Description
A vibrant and flavorful Surf and Turf recipe featuring juicy flank steak and succulent shrimp, seasoned with a bold blend of spices and served with a zesty homemade chimichurri sauce. Perfect for a quick yet impressive meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 lb flank steak
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lime (quartered)
Steak and Shrimp Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red crushed pepper
- 1/2 tsp ancho chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Chimichurri Sauce
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp red crushed pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare Chimichurri Sauce: In a microwave-safe bowl, stir 3 tbsp water with sea salt until dissolved. Microwave for 1 minute until boiling. Add fresh parsley, oregano, cilantro, garlic cloves, red crushed pepper, salt, black pepper, lime juice, red wine vinegar, and olive oil to a food processor. Pour the hot salted water over the ingredients and pulse for 15 seconds. Set aside.
- Mix Steak and Shrimp Seasoning: Combine dried parsley, smoked paprika, lemon zest, lime zest, granulated garlic, onion powder, red crushed pepper, ancho chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and stir to blend. Divide seasoning into two portions: one for steak, one for shrimp.
- Season Steak and Shrimp: Generously rub one portion of the seasoning on both sides of the flank steak. Toss the shrimp in the other portion of the seasoning until evenly coated.
- Cook Steak: Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over high heat. Add the seasoned steak and cook for 3 minutes on one side. Flip the steak, squeeze the juice of a lime over it, and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove steak from heat, cover, and let rest on a cutting board to retain juices.
- Cook Shrimp: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add a splash of olive oil to the skillet or grill pan and add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 1-2 minutes, flipping halfway through, until shrimp turn opaque. Remove from heat and place shrimp in a large bowl.
- Toss Shrimp in Chimichurri: Add 3 tbsp of chimichurri sauce to the shrimp and toss well to coat evenly.
- Serve: Arrange the rested steak and chimichurri-coated shrimp on a serving platter. Provide remaining chimichurri sauce on the side along with lime wedges. Enjoy your flavorful Surf and Turf!
Notes
- Allowing the steak to rest after cooking helps retain its juices and improves tenderness.
- Using a cast-iron skillet or grill pan ensures a good sear on the steak and shrimp.
- The chimichurri sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for improved flavor melding.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper in the chimichurri to control spiciness.
- Make sure shrimp are fully peeled and deveined for the best texture.
