Get ready to transform your dinner game with a mouthwatering culinary adventure that combines the rich, tender goodness of steak with succulent shrimp in a creamy, spicy sauce that will make your taste buds dance! This Spicy Surf and Turf Pasta isn't just a meal—it's a gourmet experience that brings restaurant-quality dining right to your kitchen, promising to impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb steak, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: fettuccine, shrimp, steak, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak strips, seasoning them with salt and pepper to taste. Sear the steak for about 3-4 minutes, or until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant, but be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside with the steak.
- Lower the heat to medium and pour the heavy cream into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the cream to simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until it melts and creates a smooth sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it directly to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
- Finally, add the cooked steak and shrimp back into the skillet, tossing everything together gently to combine and heat through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your Spicy Surf and Turf Pasta!
Tips
- For the most tender steak, let it rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking and slice against the grain.
- Don't overcook the shrimp! They're done when they turn pink and curl slightly - about 2-3 minutes.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese and grate it yourself for the most robust flavor and smoothest sauce.
- Control the spice level by adjusting the red pepper flakes - add more for extra heat or less for a milder dish.
- For an extra luxurious touch, finish the dish with a small pat of butter when tossing the pasta in the sauce for added richness.
- If the sauce is too thick, reserve some pasta water to help thin and create a silkier consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 600kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
