Quick Overview

Cook the pasta, sear the steak, sauté the shrimp, make the sauce, then toss everything together. That’s it!

Step 1 – Cook the bucatini pasta

Bring salted water to a boil and cook bucatini until al dente. Save about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2 – Season and sear the steak

Pat steak slices dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned but still tender. Remove and set aside.

Step 3 – Sauté the shrimp

In the same pan, add butter and garlic. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes until pink and just cooked through. Remove and set aside with the steak.

Step 4 – Make the Calabrian chili sauce

Lower heat slightly, add more butter if needed, then stir in Calabrian chili paste. Deglaze with a splash of pasta water and lemon juice, whisking until a creamy sauce forms.

Step 5 – Toss everything together

Add pasta, steak, and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss well to coat in the sauce, adding extra pasta water if needed for creaminess. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.