Looking for a restaurant-quality meal you can make at home? This Garlic Butter Steak & Shrimp with Yellow Rice is packed with bold flavors, rich buttery goodness, and a perfect blend of spices. Whether you’re craving a quick yet indulgent weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for guests, this recipe is sure to deliver!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Fast & Easy – Ready in just 30 minutes!
✅ High-Protein Meal – Packed with 50g of protein per serving.
✅ Rich & Flavorful – Garlic butter, juicy steak, and tender shrimp make it irresistible.
✅ Perfect for Any Occasion – Enjoy it as a weeknight dinner or a special treat.
Ingredients
For the Steak & Shrimp:
- 1 lb sirloin or filet mignon, cut into cubes
- ½ lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
For the Yellow Rice:
- 1 cup basmati or jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp butter
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the Yellow Rice 🍚
- In a pot, combine rice, chicken broth, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Stir in butter and keep warm.
2. Sear the Steak & Shrimp 🥩🍤
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Season steak cubes with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce 🧄🧈
- Reduce heat to low, then add butter and minced garlic to the pan.
- Stir in soy sauce and let cook for 30 seconds.
- Toss steak and shrimp in the sauce until fully coated.
4. Assemble & Serve 🍽️
- Plate the yellow rice and top with the steak and shrimp.
- Drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over the dish.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition & Serving Info
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories per Serving: ~600 kcal
- Protein: ~50g per serving
Pro Tips for the Best Steak & Shrimp
🔥 Use high-quality steak like filet mignon for extra tenderness.
🔥 Don’t overcook the shrimp – they should be juicy and slightly charred.
🔥 Add a squeeze of fresh lemon for an extra burst of flavor!
This rich, buttery steak and shrimp dish will make your dinner feel like a five-star meal—without the restaurant price tag!
