Garlic Butter Steak & Shrimp Power Bowl

This power bowl brings together the best of surf and turf in one hearty, colorful dish. Tender seared steak bites and Cajun-spiced shrimp sit alongside broccoli, zucchini, and onions, all tossed in a savory garlic butter sauce. It’s satisfying enough for dinner and sturdy enough to pack up for meal prep during the week.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Surf and turf in a bowl. Steak and shrimp both get their own seasoning and sear, so each bite delivers.
• Loaded with vegetables. Broccoli and zucchini add color, crunch, and balance to the richness of the meat and sauce.
• That garlic butter sauce ties it all together. Beef broth, Worcestershire, and lemon give it a savory, bright finish.
• Great for meal prep. This bowl holds up well in the fridge, making it easy to prep ahead for the week.

Ingredients

For the Steak

• 1½ lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-size cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Shrimp

• 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp butter

For the Vegetables

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp beef broth
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional

How to Make Garlic Butter Steak & Shrimp Power Bowl

1. Season the steak. Season the steak cubes with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

2. Sear the steak. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Sear the steak for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Add butter and minced garlic during the last minute, then remove and keep warm.

3. Season the shrimp. Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.

4. Cook the shrimp. In the same skillet, add olive oil and butter. Cook the shrimp for 1½ to 2 minutes per side, until pink and lightly caramelized. Remove from the skillet.

5. Cook the vegetables. Melt the butter in the skillet and sauté the garlic. Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the broccoli and zucchini, then cook for 5 to 6 minutes until tender-crisp.

6. Make the sauce. Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Simmer for 2 minutes.

7. Bring it together. Return the steak and shrimp to the skillet and gently toss until everything is coated in the garlic butter sauce.

8. Finish and serve. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately in bowls or meal prep containers.

Tips for the Best Steak & Shrimp Power Bowl

• Sear the steak in a hot pan. High heat gives you that deep golden crust without overcooking the inside.
• Don’t overcook the shrimp. A minute and a half to two minutes per side is plenty; they finish quickly and turn rubbery if left too long.
• Keep the vegetables tender-crisp. Pulling them from the heat while they still have a bit of bite keeps the bowl from feeling mushy.
• Toss everything gently at the end. This coats the steak and shrimp in the garlic butter sauce without breaking anything apart.

What to Serve with Garlic Butter Steak & Shrimp Bowls

This bowl is a complete meal as is, but a scoop of rice or cauliflower rice underneath makes it even heartier if you want to stretch the servings further.

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