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Close-up of surf and turf featuring filet mignon and lobster tail.

Surf and Turf

Indulge in the ultimate culinary experience with this Surf and Turf recipe, combining a tender filet mignon with a succulent lobster tail. A perfect dish for special occasions!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 750
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 Filet Mignon 8-10 oz, about 1.5 inches thick
  • 1 Lobster Tail 6-8 oz
Seasoning & Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
Optional
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat filet mignon dry; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cut lobster tail shell; separate meat from shell.
  4. Sear filet mignon in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Add butter, garlic, and rosemary; spoon over steak.
  6. Bake steak for 5-7 minutes for medium-rare (130-135°F).
  7. Drizzle lobster tail with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook lobster tail in butter for 3-4 minutes per side.
  9. Rest steak for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve sliced steak with lobster tail; garnish with lemon.

Notes

Adjust cooking times based on your preferred level of doneness for both the steak and lobster. A meat thermometer is highly recommended for achieving the perfect steak.