Ingredients (Serves 2)
For the Filet Mignon:
2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each)
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 sprig fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
For the Shrimp:
6–8 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp butter
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt & pepper
For the Lobster Cream Sauce:
½ cup lobster meat, chopped (or use claw meat)
1 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt & pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Sear the Filets:
Pat steaks dry, season with salt & pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.
Sear filets 3–4 mins per side (for medium-rare).
Add butter, garlic, and herbs; baste with butter for the last minute.
Remove and rest under foil.
Cook the Shrimp:
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic.
Add shrimp and cook 2–3 mins per side until pink and opaque. Set aside.
Make the Lobster Cream Sauce:
Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add lobster meat and cook briefly.
Pour in cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, salt & pepper.
Simmer gently until thickened (4–5 mins). Stir in shrimp.
Plate & Serve:
Place filet mignon on a plate. Spoon lobster cream sauce and shrimp generously over the top.
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately with mashed potatoes, asparagus, or pasta!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: ~800–900 per serving
Why You’ll Love It:
Luxurious & restaurant-worthy
Surf & turf perfection
Creamy, buttery, rich & satisfying
Impresses every single time
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