Oscar Style Steak (Filet Oscar)
User Reviews
4.1
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
248 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Oscar Style Steak (Filet Oscar)
Description
This preparation begins by seasoning filet mignon steaks and searing them briefly to develop color while keeping them slightly undercooked. A crab imperial mixture is prepared using mayonnaise, egg white, bread crumbs, parsley, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and lump crab meat. This mixture is chilled before topping the steaks.
The crab topping adds a creamy, savory seafood layer that complements the beef's texture and flavor. The dish is finished with clarified butter or ghee and beurre blanc sauce, garnished with parsley, lemon wedges, and chives to add freshness. The balance between the steak’s seared crust and the delicate crab topping creates a sophisticated combination.
This dish is elegant and suitable for special occasions where a refined surf-and-turf experience is desired. Leftovers should be carefully stored and reheated gently to maintain the crab topping’s quality and food safety.
Ingredients
For the Filet:
- 4 ounce filet mignon
- kosher salt coarse kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- black pepper coarse kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil , optional* see notes
For the crab imperial:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon bread crumbs
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon flat leaf parsley finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning , or other seafood seasoning
- 8 ounces blue crab meat lump
For the sauce & garnish:
- clarified butter , or ghee, melted
- beurre blanc sauce
- parsley , for garnish
- lemon for garnish, wedges
- chives , snipped
Instructions
- Season the beef with the salt and freshly ground pepper. Set aside at room temperture while preparing other ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F degrees and line a baking dish with aluminum foil, unless you are using a cast iron or oven safe skillet, then this is unnecessary.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, bread crumbs, egg white, parsley, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and Old Bay seasoning. Gently fold in the crab meat. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- If using a well-seasoned cast iron pan, no additional oil is needed, but if using stainless steel or another type of pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. When hot, carefully add the beef. Depending on preference, sear for 2-4 minutes on each side. Remember, the steak will continue cooking in the oven, so you want it to be undercooked, just nicely seared on the outside. If you like your steak well done, cook for longer.
- Remove the steaks and place onto prepared baking dish. Top each generously with crab imperial mixture. Place in the hot oven for 12 minutes, or until crab imperial turns golden brown on top.
- Remove and spoon clarified butter or beurre blanc sauce over each filet mignon. Top with parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
- If you liked this recipe, come back and let us know how you liked it in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- The crab imperial topping can be prepared in advance but is best served freshly baked for optimal flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days due to the seafood content.
- Reheat gently in the oven or microwave to preserve the crab topping and steak quality.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 718mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 146mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 28IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.1
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