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Close-up of surf and turf with lobster tails and steak on a wood board.

Ultimate Surf And Turf With Garlic Butter Baked Lobster Tails

Indulge in the luxurious combination of succulent lobster tails and tender filet mignon steaks, enhanced with a flavorful garlic butter. This surf and turf recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a gourmet dinner at home.
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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
  

Lobster Tails
  • 2 lobster tails 6-8 ounce
Filet Mignon Steaks
  • 2 filet mignon steaks 8-10 ounce, about 1 1/2 inches thick
Garlic Butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Other
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare lobster tails: Cut down the center of the shells, separate meat from shell, leaving tail connected. Lift meat over shell.
  3. Make garlic butter: Combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread garlic butter: Spread half of the garlic butter over the lobster meat.
  5. Bake lobster tails: Place on baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until meat is opaque and reaches 140°F (60°C).
  6. Prepare steaks: Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Season steaks with salt and pepper.
  7. Sear the steaks: Sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare (130-135°F or 54-57°C).
  8. Rest the steaks: Remove from skillet and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  9. Serve: Serve lobster tails and steaks immediately. Top steaks with remaining garlic butter. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality filet mignon steaks and fresh lobster tails. Adjust cooking times based on the thickness of the steaks and the size of the lobster tails.