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A perfectly seared filet mignon steak served alongside seasoned, cooked shrimp in a cast-iron skillet, showcasing NYE Surf and Turf.

NYE Surf and Turf: Steak + Shrimp

Celebrate New Year's Eve with this impressive yet easy surf and turf recipe, featuring tender filet mignon and succulent shrimp. It's a fast and fancy meal perfect for families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak and Shrimp
  • 1 lb filet mignon 2 steaks, each 1 1/2” thick
  • 12 oz large shrimp peeled, deveined, tail-on (21-25 count)
  • 1 1/4 tsp fine sea salt divided, or to taste
  • 3/4 tsp black pepper divided, or to taste
  • 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil or any high heat cooking oil
For the Pan Sauce
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and quartered
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer
  • Plate
  • Foil

Method
 

  1. Pat dry shrimp and steaks thoroughly with a paper towel. Just before cooking, season the steak with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Season shrimp with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste.
  2. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium/high heat. Once it is hot and just starting to smoke, add 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil and swirl the skillet to coat.
  3. Add the steaks and sear for 4 minutes on the first side, then flip and sear for 3-4 minutes on the second side. Using tongs, turn the steaks on their sides to sear the edges (30-60 seconds per edge). Remove from the skillet when it is about 10 degrees from your desired doneness on a thermometer. Transfer the steaks to a plate and tent with foil to rest.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and add 3 Tbsp butter, quartered garlic cloves, and a sprig of rosemary.
  5. Add the seasoned shrimp to the pan and spread in a single layer. Sauté about 1 minute per side, or until pink and opaque and cooked through. Immediately remove the skillet from the heat.
  6. Return steaks to the pan and turn to coat in pan sauce. Spoon more of the flavored butter over the steak and shrimp. Serve drizzled with more pan sauce.

Notes

Steak Final Doneness Temperatures: Remove steaks about 10 degrees before they reach your desired doneness temperature on a thermometer. Remove steaks at 125˚F for a final resting temperature of 135˚F for medium doneness.
130˚F Medium Rare
135˚F Medium
140˚F Medium-Well

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