Description
A bold and comforting dish that pairs juicy Cajun-spiced steak bites with rich and creamy fettuccine Alfredo. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or an impressive date-night meal, this recipe is all about satisfying contrasts and smooth indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1–1½ inch pieces
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- Toss steak pieces with Cajun seasoning until fully coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak in a single layer for 2–3 minutes per side, then set aside to rest.
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Plate the pasta and top with steak bites. Garnish with parsley and extra cheese if desired.