Surf & Turf Garlic Butter Pasta with Shrimp, Steak & Spinach
Surf & Turf Garlic Butter Pasta with Shrimp, Steak & Spinach is a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms your dinner into an unforgettable experience. This dish combines tender steak cubes and plump shrimp, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce that clings lovingly to spaghetti. Fresh spinach and roasted red bell peppers add vibrant color and nutrition, making this not just a meal but a joyful gathering around the table. Perfect for cozy weeknights or special celebrations, it delivers comfort and elegance in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ribeye or sirloin steak, cut into thick cubes
- 10–12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200 g spaghetti
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup roasted red bell pepper strips
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- 2. Season steak cubes with salt and pepper. In a hot skillet with olive oil, sear the steak for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
- 3. In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds. Add shrimp along with paprika and optional red pepper flakes; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 4. Return the steak to the skillet with sautéed shrimp, adding spinach and roasted red bell peppers. Toss in cooked spaghetti along with reserved pasta water for a silky sauce.
- 5. Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg