Easy Surf and Turf: Steak with Cajun Shrimp & Mashed Potatoes
This easy surf and turf recipe pairs juicy ribeye steak with spicy Cajun shrimp, creamy mashed potatoes, and sautéed peppers and onions for a restaurant-quality meal made at home.
Equipment
- skillet
- pot for boiling potatoes
- potato masher
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye steaks (8 oz each)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 large Yukon potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 tbsp butter
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat steaks dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear steaks 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, then add shrimp and Cajun seasoning. Cook 2–3 minutes per side.
- Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Sauté sliced peppers and onion in olive oil for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Plate steaks, top with shrimp, and serve with mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables.
Notes
Let steaks rest after cooking to retain juices. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. Mash potatoes while hot for a smooth texture. Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 1100mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 4mg
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