Surf & Turf with Garlic Butter Sauce

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Surf & Turf with Garlic Butter Sauce‎

A Luxurious Steak and Seafood Dinner Made Easy

This Surf & Turf with Garlic Butter Sauce brings together the best of land and sea—tender, seared steak paired with succulent shrimp and sweet crab claws, all drizzled in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. It’s a showstopping meal perfect for celebrations, romantic dinners, or anytime you want something extraordinary.

Ingredients

For the Steak & Seafood:

  • 2 filet mignon steaks (or ribeye)
  • ½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ lb pre-cooked crab claws
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken or beef broth
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the Steak and Seafood:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season steaks with salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your preferred doneness. Remove and let rest.
  4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Add shrimp and crab claws. Cook for 2–3 minutes until shrimp are opaque and fully cooked.

2. Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:

  1. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Stir in heavy cream, broth, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes creamy.

3. Serve:

  1. Arrange the steak, shrimp, and crab claws on plates.
  2. Drizzle generously with garlic butter sauce.
  3. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley.

Serving Suggestions

Pair this dish with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. Add warm dinner rolls or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Tips for Best Results

  • Steak doneness: Use a meat thermometer—130–135°F (54–57°C) for medium-rare.
  • Dairy-free? Swap heavy cream for a dairy-free alternative like coconut cream, if desired.
  • Custom seafood: Try scallops or grilled fish fillets in place of crab or shrimp for variation.

This elegant and satisfying meal proves that restaurant-quality dinners are possible right in your own kitchen—no special ingredients or complicated steps needed.

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