Garlic Butter Steak Cajun Alfredo (Print)

Tender sirloin cubes seared and served with twisted pasta in a creamy, bold Cajun Alfredo sauce for an indulgent meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Steak Bites

01 - 1.5 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 4 tablespoons butter
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
08 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

→ Cajun Alfredo Pasta

09 - 12 ounces twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli recommended)
10 - 1 cup heavy cream
11 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
13 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
14 - 1 tablespoon butter
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

16 - Fresh parsley, chopped
17 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook twisted pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Drain and set aside.
02 - Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, ensuring an even coating.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steak cubes in batches in a single layer, searing for 1-2 minutes per side until browned and cooked to medium-rare or medium doneness. Remove from skillet and tent with foil to keep warm.
04 - In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Stir in red pepper flakes, if using.
05 - To the skillet, pour in heavy cream. Add Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Reduce heat to low and whisk in grated Parmesan until smooth and velvety.
06 - Add drained pasta to the skillet with Alfredo sauce. Toss thoroughly to coat pasta. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
07 - Return seared steak bites and accumulated juices to skillet. Toss gently to combine and heat through.
08 - Transfer pasta and steak bites to serving dishes. Garnish with chopped parsley and optional grated Parmesan. Serve hot.

# Additional Notes:

01 - This dish combines the richness of steak and garlic butter with the bold flavors of Cajun Alfredo.
02 - Salt pasta water generously for optimal flavor.
03 - Pat steak dry and avoid overcrowding the pan for a perfect sear.
04 - Adjust steak cooking time to desired doneness: rare (2-3 minutes), medium-rare (3-4 minutes), or well-done (4-5 minutes).

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