Surf & Turf with Garlic Butter Sauce

Ingredients:

– 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined

– 2 ribeye steaks, about 1 inch thick

– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

– 4 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

– 1 teaspoon lemon zest

– Salt and pepper, to taste

– 1 teaspoon olive oil

– 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing the steaks. Season both sides of the ribeye steaks with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to ensure even cooking.

2. While the steaks are resting, take your shrimp and rinse them under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.

3. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the ribeye steaks. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on one side, allowing a nice sear to form, then flip and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes on the other side for medium-rare (adjust cooking time for your desired doneness).

4. Once the steaks are done, transfer them to a plate and cover them loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm while you cook the shrimp.

5. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. As the butter begins to melt, toss in the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until it becomes fragrant but not browned.

6. Next, carefully add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook the shrimp for approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.

7. Once the shrimp are fully cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon zest for a bright finish.

8. Serve the ribeye steaks alongside the garlic shrimp, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top. Enjoy your delicious surf and turf meal!