Directions
Steak Preparation:
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and press down firmly to ensure even searing. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, butter, and thyme to the skillet. Continue cooking.
- Flip the steaks after 3 minutes and cook the other side for an additional 4 minutes. Make sure to sear all edges.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, spoon the melted butter and garlic over the steaks continuously. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 5°F (3°C) below your desired doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Shrimp & Lobster Sauce:
- Season shrimp with all-purpose seasoning. Heat a skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear shrimp 2 minutes per side, then set aside.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter to the same skillet and cook lobster chunks until pink, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
- Melt 6 tablespoons butter in the skillet, then add clam juice and white wine. Simmer gently.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil. Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce to medium-low heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Add cooked shrimp and lobster to the sauce and cook 1–2 minutes.
Serving:
- Plate the rested steaks and generously spoon the shrimp and lobster cream sauce over them. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Medium
Variations & Substitutions
- Surf & Turf Twist: Substitute filet mignon with ribeye or strip steak for a more marbled option.
- Spice Level: Add cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the sauce for extra heat.
- Wine-Free Version: Use chicken or seafood stock instead of white wine.
- Dairy-Free: Replace butter with olive oil and heavy cream with coconut cream.
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