Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prep
- Pat steak cubes and shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Season both with 0.5 teaspoon salt and the black pepper. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
Cook the Proteins
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steak cubes in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and cook 2 minutes more for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Transfer to the plate with the steak.
Make the Sauce and Finish
- Reduce heat to medium. Add 4 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Once melted, add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Pour in wine and simmer 3-4 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons butter until glossy.
- While the sauce simmers, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 0.5 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Return steak and shrimp to the skillet with any accumulated juices. Add cooked pasta and half the parsley; toss gently to coat, adding reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve immediately topped with remaining parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Dry your proteins thoroughly before searing - moisture is the enemy of a good crust. If you do not want to use wine, substitute with low-sodium chicken broth plus 1 tablespoon extra lemon juice. For a make-ahead shortcut, prep the garlic and parsley up to 24 hours ahead and store covered in the refrigerator.
