Description
Succulent Cajun steak alfredo delivers a spicy southern twist on classic Italian pasta perfection. Rich, creamy sauce and blackened steak create a bold flavor journey you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) sirloin/ribeye steak
- 1 cup (100 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Seasonings and Spices:
- 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Cooking Components:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) heavy cream
- 12 ounces (340 grams) fettuccine pasta
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Coat the steak generously with oil, applying a robust blend of Cajun spice, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful exterior.
- Heat a skillet to high temperature and sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side, achieving a perfect medium-rare doneness with a beautifully caramelized crust.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 5 minutes, ensuring the juices redistribute evenly before slicing into thin, tender strips.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for approximately 60 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Pour cream into the skillet, reducing heat to create a gentle simmer that develops a rich, velvety sauce.
- Gradually incorporate cheese and selected seasonings, whisking continuously until the mixture transforms into a smooth, luxurious consistency.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, gently tossing to ensure each strand is thoroughly coated with the creamy, spiced mixture.
- Artfully arrange the pasta on serving plates, strategically layering the thinly sliced steak on top and finishing with an elegant garnish.
Notes
- Cook steak to room temperature before seasoning for even cooking and better flavor absorption.
- Use high-heat cooking oil like avocado or grapeseed for perfect sear without burning.
- Pat steak dry with paper towels to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming.
- Let steak rest after cooking to redistribute juices, preventing dry meat and maintaining tenderness.
- Choose freshly grated parmesan for smoother, more authentic cheese sauce consistency.
- Adjust cream sauce spiciness by controlling Cajun seasoning amount for personal heat preference.
- For gluten-free option, use zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta alternative.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for increased nutrition and flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 817 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 55 g
- Saturated Fat: 28 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg