Surf-and-Turf Ribeye with Spicy Butter Shrimp

• Place the rested steak whole or sliced on a serving plate.
• Spoon the sautéed shrimp over the top or neatly alongside.
• Generously drizzle the reddish-orange spicy butter sauce over both steak and shrimp.
• Serve immediately with a sharp knife, a fork, and optional sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.

Tips & Variations

• Shrimp doneness cue: Shrimp are done when they’re pink with opaque flesh and slightly curled into a “C” shape. Overcooked shrimp become rubbery, so watch closely.
• Steak thickness: Adjust searing time based on the thickness of your steak. A thicker cut (1.5 inches or more) may benefit from finishing in the oven after searing.
• Butter sauce: Keep the sauce warm on the stove over low heat just before plating if you’re preparing shrimp ahead.
• Extra heat: Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes if you want the butter sauce spicier without overpowering the shrimp.

This surf-and-turf plate balances rich, tender beef with spicy seafood for an elevated meal that’s surprisingly easy to pull together at home.