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Savory Steak Bites and Shrimp

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This quick and impressive dish combines tender sirloin or ribeye steak with juicy shrimp, all enhanced with garlic, lemon, and butter for a delicious surf-and-turf experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Proteins
  • 1 lb sirloin steak or ribeye, cut into bite-sized pieces Ribeye is recommended for its tenderness and juiciness.
  • 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined Look for the biggest, juiciest shrimp.
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Can be substituted with avocado oil for higher smoke point.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter Using unsalted butter allows better control over seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Fresh is preferred for brightness.
Spices
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For added depth of garlic flavor.
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds a lovely smoky note.
  • Salt and black pepper to taste Salt and black pepper Essential for bringing out natural flavors.
Garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish, adds freshness and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Remove steak from the fridge 15–20 minutes before cooking and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season both steak and shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Add steak in a single layer without crowding. Sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned but slightly pink inside for medium-rare. Transfer steak to a plate and tent with foil to rest.
  3. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté garlic 20–30 seconds until fragrant — don’t let it brown.
  5. Stir in lemon juice to deglaze the pan, scraping up brown bits. Return steak and shrimp to the skillet; toss to coat in the garlic-butter sauce for 30–60 seconds.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 3gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mg

Notes

For lower fat, use sirloin instead of ribeye, or reduce butter to 1 tbsp. Want more heat? Add 1/4–1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes. For gluten-free, dairy-free, swap butter for extra oil or a dairy-free butter.
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