Description
A luxurious and satisfying combination of tender filet mignon and buttery garlic shrimp, this surf and turf recipe brings steakhouse elegance to your own kitchen. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6 oz each)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Let the filet mignon rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your preferred doneness.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet in the last minute of cooking and spoon it over the steaks. Remove steaks and let rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Finish with lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Plate the filet mignon alongside the garlic shrimp and garnish with lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Letting the steak rest before and after cooking enhances tenderness and flavor.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best sear and flavor development.
- Do not overcook the shrimp—they cook quickly and become rubbery if overdone.
- Pair with a glass of red or white wine for a true steakhouse experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg
