Description
This Cajun Steak Pasta recipe is a delightful fusion of bold flavors and creamy textures. Perfect for steak nights or quick dinners, this dish combines tender steak bites with a creamy Cajun-infused sauce served over pasta. A high-protein, low-calorie option that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g sirloin steak
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 120g dry pasta
- 1 tsp garlic puree
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 1 small red pepper, diced
- 70g reduced-fat garlic herb cream cheese
- 150ml pasta water
- 1 crumbled beef stock cube
- 10g grated parmesan cheese
- 3 sprigs parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Steak: Rub both sides of the steak with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pan-fry for 1.5 minutes on each side for medium rare (adjust for thickness). Remove and let rest.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same pan, sauté garlic puree, onion, and red pepper until softened.
- Add cream cheese, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in the pasta water and add the crumbled beef stock cube. Stir to combine.
- Dice the Steak: Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta with the sauce and parmesan. Top with steak pieces, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust steak cooking time based on your preferred doneness.
- For a spicier kick, add extra Cajun seasoning.
- Substitute regular cream cheese for a richer option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 554 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55.9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40.3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg