Description
Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta is a bold and creamy fusion dish that pairs juicy seared steak cubes with spicy, cheesy Alfredo-coated rotini. It’s a rich, restaurant-quality dinner you can make at home. Keyword: Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites:
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1.5 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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4 tablespoons butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta:
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12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Season steak cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Sear steak in the skillet for 3–4 minutes, turning to brown all sides. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
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Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
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Mix in cooked pasta, tossing to coat in sauce. Thin sauce with reserved pasta water as needed.
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Return steak bites to the pan and combine with pasta.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less spice.
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
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A cast iron skillet gives the steak a perfect sear.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
