Steak & Scallops with Creamy Garlic Sauce

 

 

 Ingredients:

For the Steak:
2 ribeye or filet mignon steaks
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika ️
1 tablespoon butter
For the Scallops:
10-12 large sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup beef broth
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

Cooking the Steak:
1️⃣ Season the Steak: Rub steak with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2️⃣ Sear the Steak: Heat a skillet over high heat. Sear steak for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
3️⃣ Butter Baste: Add butter to the pan, baste the steak for 1 minute, then rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Cooking the Scallops:
4️⃣ Prepare the Scallops: Pat scallops dry and season with salt and pepper.
5️⃣ Sear the Scallops: Heat olive oil in the same skillet. Sear scallops for 2 minutes per side until golden.
6️⃣ Butter Finish: Add butter, toss scallops for 30 seconds, then remove from heat.

Making the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
7️⃣ Sauté the Garlic: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
8️⃣ Simmer the Sauce: Add heavy cream, beef broth, Dijon mustard, and parmesan cheese. Stir well and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thick.
9️⃣ Season & Finish: Add black pepper and fresh parsley.

️ Assemble & Serve:
Plate the Dish: Serve the sliced steak with scallops and drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.

Enjoy!
Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a glass of wine for the ultimate fine dining experience at home!

This surf & turf steak and scallop dish is indulgent and easy to make! Let me know if you try it! ️