Steak with Garlic Shrimp & Creamy Mashed Potatoes

This Steak with Garlic Shrimp and Creamy Mashed Potatoes is the ultimate comfort-food dinner. A juicy, perfectly seasoned steak is topped with tender shrimp cooked in fragrant garlic butter and served alongside rich, smooth mashed potatoes. It’s hearty, flavorful, and feels like a restaurant-quality meal made right at home.

Ingredients

For the Steak

• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks, about 8 oz each
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, optional

For the Garlic Shrimp

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes

• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tablespoons butter
• ½ cup warm milk or heavy cream
• ¼ cup sour cream
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Mashed Potatoes

1. Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
2. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Drain thoroughly and return the potatoes to the warm pot.
4. Add the butter, warm milk or cream, sour cream, salt, and black pepper.
5. Mash until smooth and creamy. Avoid overmixing, which can make the potatoes gummy.
6. Cover and keep warm while preparing the steak and shrimp.

Cook the Steak

1. Remove the steaks from the refrigerator about 20–30 minutes before cooking.
2. Pat them dry with paper towels and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
4. Place the steaks in the hot skillet and cook for about 3–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness and preferred doneness.
5. During the final minute, add the butter and thyme. Spoon the melted butter over the steaks.
6. Transfer the steaks to a plate and let them rest for 5–10 minutes.

Make the Garlic Shrimp

1. Using the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium.
2. Add the butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
4. Cook for approximately 1–2 minutes per side, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
5. Add the lemon juice and parsley, tossing the shrimp in the garlic butter sauce.

Assemble the Dinner

1. Spoon a generous serving of creamy mashed potatoes onto each plate.
2. Place a rested steak alongside the potatoes.
3. Top the steak with the garlic butter shrimp.
4. Spoon any remaining garlic butter sauce over the shrimp and steak.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Steak and Shrimp

• Pat the steaks and shrimp dry before cooking to encourage better browning.
• Let the steak rest before slicing so the juices redistribute.
• Shrimp cook quickly, so remove them from the heat as soon as they become opaque and are cooked through.
• Warm the milk or cream before adding it to the potatoes for a smoother texture.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the steak seasoning.

Serving Suggestions

Pair this hearty meal with roasted asparagus, green beans, sautéed mushrooms, or a crisp green salad. A little extra garlic butter spooned over the steak and shrimp makes the dish even more indulgent.

This combination of juicy steak, buttery garlic shrimp, and creamy mashed potatoes is a satisfying dinner that’s perfect for date nights, celebrations, or whenever you want a special homemade meal.