
Surf and Turf
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
315 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American

Surf and Turf
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When you are cooking to impress, Surf and Turf (filet mignon with lobster tails) pulls out all of the stops. The whole meal comes together fast (30 minutes or less!) and my easy techniques ensure perfect results every time.
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Ingredients
For the steaks:
- 2 (1 1/2-inch thick) filet mignon steaks (see note 1)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter softened (1/2 stick)
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
For the lobster:
- 2 lobster tails (see note 2)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
For the steaks:
- Adjust oven racks to upper and lower-middle positions. Place a cast-iron skillet in oven and preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with foil, set aside.
- Pat dry steaks thoroughly with a paper towel. Season on all sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, add butter, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Stir until evenly combined and divide into two equal parts.
- Carefully remove skillet from oven and place over medium-high heat. Add half of the butter mixture and allow to melt. Add steaks, and sear until a good crust forms, about 3 to 4 minutes, basting with butter occasionally. Flip steaks and sear other side, about 3 to 4 minutes more. Using tongs, sear all sides of the steak, about 30 seconds.
- Place steaks in skillet in oven, and cook until desired temperature is reached, 3 to 5 minutes for medium-rare (an internal temperature of 130 to 135 degrees F), 5 to 7 minutes for medium (140 to 145 degrees F) or 8 to 10 minutes for medium-well (150 degrees F). Remove steaks from skillet and allow to rest 5 minutes.
For the lobster:
- Meanwhile, butterfly the lobster tails. Using sharp kitchen shears or a very sharp knife, carefully cut down the top center of the shell, avoiding cutting the bottom shell. (It is okay if a little of the meat is cut.)
- Pry open the shell on both sides and gently separate meat from the inside of the shell, taking care to not separate it from the tail. Push together the empty shell underneath lobster meat in a nice row. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Spread some of the remaining butter mixture over the top of the lobster tails and sprinkle with salt. Bake until opaque and lightly browned, about 6 to 8 minutes.
For serving:
- Serve steak with lobster tail, remaining butter, and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Filet mignon: To substitute a different steak such as New York Strip or sirloin, trim as needed, then be sure to sear on all sides (including the edges with the white fat). Always let your steaks come to room temperature before cooking.
- Lobster: Most lobster tails are about 5 ounces and the cooking times in the recipe target that size. Larger tails may take longer to cook. Always ensure lobster tails reach 145 degrees on a digital thermometer. Thaw frozen lobster tails overnight in the refrigerator (never at room temperature).
- Yield: This Surf and Turf recipe feeds for two, but it easily doubles or triples to feed more guests.
- Storage: Lobster is best served immediately. Store leftover steak covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 steak + lobster
Calories
315kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
222mg
(74%)
Sodium
717mg
(30%)
Potassium
315mg
(9%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
901IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
141mg
(14%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1 steak + lobster | |
Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
Protein | 22g | 44% |
Fat | 24g | 37% |
Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
Cholesterol | 222mg | 74% |
Sodium | 717mg | 30% |
Potassium | 315mg | 7% |
Fiber | 1g | 4% |
Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
Vitamin A | 901IU | 18% |
Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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