Cajun Garlic Butter Linguine with Tender Beef Strips
Savor the ultimate comfort dish with this Cajun Garlic Butter Linguine with Tender Beef Strips. Juicy, seared beef rests on a bed of buttery linguine coated in smoky Cajun spices and fresh garlic. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for weeknights or weekend indulgence, combining quick preparation with bold, restaurant-quality flavors. A perfect choice for pasta lovers seeking hearty dinner ideas, easy recipes, and satisfying comfort food.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 250 g linguine pasta
- 400 g sirloin or ribeye beef strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook linguine until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Sear 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter in the skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, then stir in Cajun seasoning and a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet, coating well in the garlic butter sauce. Top with seared beef strips.
- Sprinkle with parsley and optional chili flakes. Serve hot for the best flavor.
Notes
Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness.
Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency before serving.
Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 420mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
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