π€π₯© Blackened Steak and Shrimp Scampi ππ
Ingredientsπ
2 sirloin steaks, about 1-inch thick
12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
8 oz angel hair pasta
Salt and pepper to taste
Zest of 1 lemon (for garnish)
Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructionsπ©βπ³
Prep the Steak and Shrimp:
Rub the steaks and shrimp with blackening seasoning. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
Cook the Steak:
In a hot skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Remove from heat, cover with foil, and let rest.
Cook the Shrimp:
In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and
set aside.
Prepare the Lemon Herb Cream Sauce:
In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and garlic. SautΓ© until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, parsley, and basil. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook the Angel Hair Pasta:
While preparing the sauce, cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Combine and Serve:
Slice the blackened steaks and add them along with the shrimp to the skillet with the lemon herb cream sauce. Toss in the cooked angel hair pasta until well-coated with the sauce. Garnish with lemon zest and fresh parsley before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 4 servings