Description
Experience the perfect balance of rich, tender ribeye steak paired with succulent shrimp, all brought together in a luscious creamy garlic sauce. This gourmet surf and turf recipe combines simple yet flavorful ingredients for a dinner that’s both indulgent and satisfying, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb Ribeye steak (offers rich flavor and tenderness; choose grass-fed for extra quality)
- 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined; look for fresh or frozen wild-caught shrimp)
Sauce & Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Butter (enriches the creamy garlic sauce and enhances overall flavor)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced; provides a fragrant kick in the creamy sauce)
- 1 cup Heavy cream (adds luscious creaminess; half-and-half can be a lighter option)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated; enhances the sauce with its nutty depth)
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley (chopped; brightens up the dish with color and freshness)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (helps achieve a perfect sear on the steak)
- Salt (to taste; brings out the flavors; sea salt is a great choice)
- Pepper (to taste; freshly cracked enhances the dish’s aroma and taste)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather all your ingredients, ensuring the shrimp is peeled and deveined, and the steak is at room temperature for even cooking.
- Season steak: Generously sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the ribeye steak and let the seasoning absorb while you heat the skillet.
- Heat skillet: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Sear steak: Place the steak in the hot skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until a golden crust forms.
- Rest steak: Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board, covering it loosely with foil for about 10 minutes.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add cream: Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring it with the garlic until it thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Melt cheese: Stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Cook shrimp: Toss in the shrimp and let them simmer in the sauce for about 3-4 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque.
- Combine steak and shrimp: Thinly slice the steak and return it to the skillet, mixing it with the shrimp and sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Letting the steak rest before slicing ensures juiciness and tenderness.
- You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter sauce, but it may be less rich.
- Use fresh parsley to add a bright color contrast and fresh flavor.
- Ensure shrimp are fully cooked; they should be pink and opaque without any translucence.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.