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Surf and Turf (Steak and Lobster) Recipe

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 512kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
Sophisticated yet simple, Surf and Turf is the best date night dinner ever! Buttery, tender lobster pairs famously with perfectly cooked filet mignon steaks. Serve this protein-heavy meal with some fresh greens of your choice and a glass of wine for an unforgettably good dinner - you deserve it!
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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons minced shallot
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • 2 lobster tails 5-6 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 4-ounce filet mignon steaks room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Make the compound butter. In a small bowl, use a fork to combine the softened butter, shallot, garlic, and parsley.
    4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons minced shallot, 1 garlic clove, 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • Transfer the butter mixture to a sheet of wax paper or plastic wrap. Form the mixture into a 1 ½-inch thick log. Roll tightly and freeze for 10 minutes to solidify, then refrigerate until ready to use.
    compound butter wrapped in plastic wrap
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F, positioning a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray; set aside.
  • Prepare the lobster tails. Using kitchen shears, carefully split the top shells of the lobster tails in half lengthwise. Gently insert an upside-down teaspoon between the underside of the shell and the meat and loosen the meat.
    2 lobster tails
    hand using a spoon to loosen the lobster tail meet
  • Place the lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each with lemon juice. Slice 1 pat of compound butter for each lobster tail, cut each pat of butter in half and arrange the two pieces on top of the meat; set aside.
    2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    2 lobster tails on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet
  • Prepare the steaks. Drizzle the steaks with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
    2 4-ounce filet mignon steaks, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Heat the remaining oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and sear for 1-2 minutes per side, then place the skillet in the oven and cook for 4-8 minutes, until the steaks reach the desired doneness (for medium-rare: a thermometer should read 125-130°F; medium: 135°F; medium-well: 145°F).
    2 filet mignon in a skillet before cooking
  • At the same time, place the lobster tails in the oven. Cook for 6-8 minutes until meat is firm and opaque.
    2 lobster tails on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet
  • Remove the steaks from the oven and allow them to rest for 5 minutes while the lobster finishes cooking.
    filet mignon in a skillet
  • To serve, arrange the filets and lobster on individual serving plates, top each filet with a pat of compound butter, and garnish with lemon wedges.
    Lemon wedges

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Nutrition

Calories: 512kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 2607mg | Potassium: 782mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 815IU | Vitamin C: 236mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 3mg