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Spicy Cajun Steak with Parmesan Fettuccine Pasta

Savory Spicy Cajun Steak with Creamy Parmesan Fettuccine

Delight in this Spicy Cajun Steak with Parmesan Fettuccine Pasta, a quick and flavorful dinner that pleases all palates.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pieces Steak (sirloin or ribeye) Choose sirloin for leanness or ribeye for marbling.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use plant-based for dairy-free.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; substitute with garlic powder if needed.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with milk and thickener.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works for vegan.
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine Pasta Linguine or gluten-free pasta can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pat the steak dry and season both sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.
  3. Add butter and garlic in the final minute, basting the steak for added flavor.
  4. Remove the steak, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
  5. In a pot, boil salted water and cook fettuccine until al dente, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  6. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, then cream, simmer for 2-3 minutes, and mix in Parmesan.
  7. Add fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water if necessary.
  8. Serve the fettuccine with sliced steak on top, garnished with parsley and Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Pat steak dry before seasoning for the best sear. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness and reserve pasta water for a creamy sauce.

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