Surf and Turf Lobster Sauce

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Surf and Turf with Luxurious Lobster Sauce

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Servings: 2

Elevate your dinner with this restaurant-quality surf and turf, featuring tender filet mignon, succulent lobster tails, and a rich, buttery lobster sauce.

Ingredients

Protein

2 beef filet mignon steaks (170g/6oz each)
2 lobster tails (about 150g/5oz each)

Fats & Oils

2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
2 tbsp butter (divided)

Aromatics

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 shallot, finely chopped (optional)

Lobster Sauce

1 tbsp tomato paste
½ cup heavy cream

¼ cup dry white wine (or sub seafood stock)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)

Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails

Butterfly the tails: Use kitchen shears to cut through the top shell lengthwise. Gently lift the meat, keeping it attached at the base, and rest it on top of the shell.

Season: Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. Cook the Filet Mignon

Sear: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Pat steaks dry, season generously with salt and pepper, and sear for 3–4 mins per side for medium-rare (adjust for preference).
Rest: Transfer to a plate, tent with foil, and let rest.

3. Cook the Lobster

In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
Add lobster tails (meat-side down) and cook 2–3 mins until opaque. Flip, baste with butter, and cook 1–2 mins more. Remove and set aside.

4. Make the Lobster Sauce

Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add remaining butter, garlic, and shallot (if using). Cook 1 min until fragrant.

Deglaze: Pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 2 mins to reduce.
Finish sauce: Stir in tomato paste, cream, Dijon, and paprika. Simmer 3–4 mins until thickened. Season to taste.

5. Serve

Slice filets, plate with lobster tails, and drizzle with sauce. Garnish with parsley.

Pro Tips

✔ Lobster alternatives: Use shrimp or scallops if tails are unavailable.
✔ Steak doneness:

Rare: 120°F (49°C)

Medium-rare: 130°F (54°C)
Medium: 140°F (60°C)
✔ Pair with: Roasted asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Why this works: The creamy, briny lobster sauce complements the richness of the beef, while the white wine adds acidity to balance the dish.

Enjoy your gourmet meal! 🥩🦞✨ Comment if you’d like a truffle-infused variation!