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Surf and Turf for Two: Easy Steak and Lobster Date Night Recipe

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This restaurant-quality surf and turf for two features perfectly seared filet mignon steaks and broiled lobster tails with homemade garlic butter. It’s an easy, impressive date night dinner that comes together in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each, about 1.5 inches thick)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed (optional)
  • 2 lobster tails (4–6 oz each, thawed if frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Pinch of paprika (optional)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Extra parsley or chives (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons melted butter with minced garlic and parsley. Set aside for basting lobster and finishing steak.
  3. Using sharp kitchen scissors, cut down the top of each lobster shell lengthwise. Gently pull the meat out and lay it on top of the shell, keeping it attached at the base. Brush with half of the garlic butter mixture and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper. Squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.
  4. Preheat oven to broil (high), and position a rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Place lobster tails on a broiler-safe pan lined with foil.
  5. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 2 minutes). Add olive oil, then place steaks in the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until a golden-brown crust forms. Add butter, garlic, and thyme/rosemary to the pan. Tilt the pan and spoon melted butter over steaks for another 1-2 minutes per side. Use a thermometer: 125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium. If thicker than 1.5 inches, finish in a 400°F oven for 2-4 minutes.
  6. Remove steaks from skillet and tent loosely with foil. Rest for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Broil lobster tails for 7-10 minutes, until meat is opaque and slightly browned on top. Baste with remaining garlic butter halfway through (about 4 minutes in).
  8. Arrange steaks and lobster tails on plates. Spoon extra garlic butter over steak and lobster. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

Let steak rest before slicing for maximum juiciness. Use an instant-read thermometer for perfect doneness. Don’t overcook lobster—check early for opaque meat. For dairy-free, substitute olive oil for butter. You can grill steak and lobster for a smoky flavor. Serve with simple sides like roasted potatoes or salad.

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Keywords: surf and turf, steak and lobster, date night, filet mignon, lobster tails, garlic butter, easy dinner, special occasion, romantic meal

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