Description
Valentine’s Day Garlic Butter Steak and Shrimp is a romantic dish that combines tender ribeye steak and juicy shrimp, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for impressing your loved one, this gourmet meal captures the essence of a special occasion without the need for complicated techniques. With its elegant presentation and mouthwatering flavors, it creates a delightful surf-and-turf experience that will leave you both swooning. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dinner at home, making it an ideal choice for busy couples looking to indulge in quality time together.
Ingredients
- 1 ribeye steak (1–1½ inches thick)
- 8 large or jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or thyme (chopped)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; mince the garlic and chop herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season both sides of the ribeye steak with salt and pepper; sear for about 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Reduce heat slightly; add butter and minced garlic to the pan, swirling to combine flavors.
- Remove the steak temporarily; add shrimp to the garlic butter mixture, cooking for about 2 minutes per side until pink.
- Slice the rested steak against the grain, serve alongside shrimp drizzled with garlic butter sauce, and garnish with herbs.
Notes
– Choose high-quality ribeye for tenderness.
– Avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain their texture.
– Experiment with additional spices like cayenne for added heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 180mg