Description
This Cajun Garlic Butter Steak over Creamy Parmesan Linguine is an indulgent fusion of bold spices and creamy comfort. Featuring seared Cajun-rubbed steak atop rich linguine coated in a velvety parmesan garlic sauce, it’s perfect for an elevated weeknight dinner or an impressive guest meal.
Ingredients
1 lb ribeye or NY strip steak
8 oz linguine pasta
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp butter
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Rub the steak with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet and sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side. Add butter and garlic; baste and remove to rest.
2. Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
3. In a pan, melt butter and sautée garlic. Add cream, bring to a simmer, then slowly whisk in parmesan. Stir until smooth. Add pasta water to loosen if needed.
4. Toss linguine in the sauce until evenly coated.
5. Slice the steak and place on top of the creamy pasta. Spoon over remaining garlic butter and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Let the steak rest after searing for juicier slices and better flavor distribution.
Use freshly grated parmesan to avoid a grainy sauce texture.
For a milder version, cut the Cajun seasoning in half or mix with smoked paprika.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 58g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
Keywords: steak pasta, creamy parmesan, Cajun butter steak