Garlic Butter Steak Shrimp (Printer-Friendly)
Tender steak and shrimp combine with garlic butter, spinach, and roasted peppers over pasta for a flavorful meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
01 -
8 ounces sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
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8 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Pasta
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8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
→ Fats and Oils
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
→ Seasonings and Aromatics
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
→ Vegetables and Garnishes
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2 cups fresh spinach
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¼ cup chopped roasted red peppers
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
→ Cheese
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Season steak cubes with salt, cracked black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steak in a single layer and sear for approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms and desired doneness is reached. Remove steak and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp, sprinkle smoked paprika and a pinch of salt, then sauté for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a small cup of pasta cooking water, then drain pasta. Immediately toss pasta with remaining 1 tablespoon butter until evenly coated.
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Add fresh spinach and chopped roasted red peppers to the pasta and shrimp mixture. Stir gently until spinach wilts, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired moisture and sauce consistency.
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Plate the shrimp pasta and top with seared steak bites. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese if desired and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately to enjoy contrasting textures and flavors.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
For enhanced tenderness, allow steak to rest 5 minutes before serving. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.
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Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency for optimal coating.