That sounds like a surf & turf dream meal! Here’s a recipe for a flavorful Grilled Ribeye & Garlic Shrimp Combo, perfect for a special dinner or weekend cookout:
🥩🍤 Grilled Ribeye & Garlic Shrimp Combo
Servings: 2–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Marinate Time: 30 minutes (for shrimp, optional)
🧄 Ingredients
For the Ribeye:
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2 ribeye steaks (1 to 1.5 inches thick)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper
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Optional: fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
For the Garlic Shrimp:
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1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
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3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish
🔥 Instructions
1. Prep the Steaks:
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Let ribeye steaks come to room temperature (30 mins).
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Drizzle with olive oil, season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
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Optional: Press fresh herbs onto the steak for extra flavor.
2. Marinate the Shrimp:
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In a bowl, mix shrimp with olive oil or butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Let marinate for 15–30 minutes (refrigerated).
3. Grill the Ribeye:
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Preheat grill to high heat (450–500°F).
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Grill steaks ~4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130–135°F), or to preferred doneness.
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Let steaks rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
4. Grill or Sauté the Shrimp:
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Grill: Skewer shrimp or use a grill basket; cook 2–3 minutes per side until opaque.
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Pan-Sauté: In a hot skillet, cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side in a bit of oil or butter until just pink and slightly golden.
5. Serve:
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Plate steak with garlic shrimp on top or on the side.
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Garnish shrimp with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon.
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Optional sides: Grilled veggies, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.