Name: Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Grilled Steak Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (8 oz each); 2 tbsp olive oil (for steak); 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (for steak); Salt and pepper to taste; 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tbsp olive oil (for shrimp); 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (for shrimp); 1 tsp smoked paprika; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp butter; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 cups cooked rice or mashed potatoes (for serving); Grilled or roasted vegetables (optional); Fresh parsley for garnish

Description

This Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Grilled Steak Dinner is a bold surf-and-turf combo featuring smoky, buttery shrimp and perfectly seared steak. Packed with Cajun spices and finished with a lemony kick, it’s a flavorful and satisfying 30-minute meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (8 oz each)

2 tbsp olive oil (for steak)

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (for steak)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbsp olive oil (for shrimp)

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (for shrimp)

1 tsp smoked paprika

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp butter

Juice of 1 lemon

2 cups cooked rice or mashed potatoes (for serving)

Grilled or roasted vegetables (optional)

Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Rub both sides of the steaks with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steaks for 3–4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is reached.
Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
While the steaks rest, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and minced garlic.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp for added brightness.
Plate each steak with a serving of shrimp on the side.
Serve with rice or mashed potatoes and optional grilled vegetables.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

You can substitute ribeye with New York strip or flank steak.

Adjust the spice level by reducing Cajun seasoning and omitting smoked paprika.

For deeper flavor, marinate shrimp for 20 minutes before cooking.

Serve with cheesy grits or garlic bread for a Southern-style variation.

Use cauliflower rice or sautéed greens for a low-carb version.

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Reheat steak gently in a covered skillet or low oven; reheat shrimp briefly in a pan with butter.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling, Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 steak with shrimp and sides
Calories: 600
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 50g
Cholesterol: 220mg