Yields: 2 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Ingredients
The Surf
- 12-16 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
The Turf
- Two (6-ounce) filet mignon steaks (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon steak seasoning (or salt and pepper)
Compound Butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch of salt, pinch of black pepper
Sides (Optional)
- Roasted asparagus or broccolini
- Creamy mashed potatoes
Instructions
1. Get Started
- Compound Butter: Combine softened butter, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Roll into a log using plastic wrap, or shape into a disc. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Marinate Shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, lemon juice, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Prep Steaks: Let steaks sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Season with steak seasoning or just salt and pepper.
2. Cook the Surf
- Heat Skillet: Heat a large cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
3. Cook the Turf
- Same Skillet: Use the same skillet used for the shrimp. Add olive oil and butter. When butter melts, add thyme sprigs.
- Sear Steaks: Add steaks and sear 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
- Baste and Rest: During the last minute of cooking, baste the steaks with the melted butter mixture. Remove steaks to a cutting board and let rest for 5-10 minutes tented with foil.
4. Assemble and Finish
- While Steaks Rest: If making sides, do so while the steaks rest. Roasted vegetables are easy!
- Plate: Place steaks on plates; top with a disc of compound butter. Arrange cooked shrimp alongside the steak.
- Add Sides: Add your choice of sides to complete the presentation.
Tips
Adjust Cooking Time: Steak doneness is a matter of preference. Adjust searing times for your liking. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
No Grill Pan? A heavy-bottomed skillet works equally well for searing.
Seafood Option: Substitute scallops for the shrimp, adjusting cooking time as needed (they cook quickly!).
