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Blackened Steak and Shrimp Scampi

A delicious surf-and-turf dish combining blackened steak with garlicky shrimp scampi, perfect for impressing guests or enjoy a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blackened Steak
  • 2 pieces ribeye steaks, about 1 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Shrimp Scampi
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 pieces lemon, juice of
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub both sides of the ribeye steaks generously with blackening seasoning.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Cooking the Steak
  1. Add the steaks to the skillet, cooking them for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  2. Let the steaks rest for about 5 minutes after cooking.
Cooking the Shrimp Scampi
  1. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Let it melt.
  2. Toss in the garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in the white wine or broth and bring to a simmer, cooking down for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.
Assembly and Serving
  1. Slice the rested steak and arrange it on plates with the shrimp scampi on the side.
  2. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Notes

For the blackening seasoning, you can make your own by blending paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and oregano. Make sure to rest the steak to keep it juicy. If wine isn't preferred, chicken broth works well too.