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Filet Mignon with Shrimp and Lobster Cream Sauce

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This luxurious surf and turf dish combines perfectly cooked filet mignon with a rich seafood cream sauce. Each steak is topped with tender shrimp and lobster in a velvety sauce. While it feels restaurant-fancy, it's surprisingly simple to make at home in just 35 minutes.

Sarah
Updated on Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:33:48 GMT
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This recipe brings back memories of the first time I made it for my husband on our anniversary. My kitchen filled with incredible aromas as tender filet mignon met succulent shrimp and lobster in a velvety cream sauce. I'm sharing this special dish because it never fails to create magical moments around the dinner table. Trust me when I say this combination of land and sea will make any night feel like a celebration. The best part? It's actually simpler to make than you might think.

Why This Recipe Works Magic

The secret to this dish lies in how each ingredient brings its own star quality. The buttery soft filet mignon practically melts in your mouth while sweet tender lobster and plump shrimp swim in a rich cream sauce. I love watching guests take their first bite their eyes always light up at how these flavors dance together. This is my go-to recipe when I want to turn an ordinary dinner into something unforgettable.

What You'll Need in Your Kitchen

  • Filet Mignon Steaks: 4 steaks about 1 1/2 inches thick. Look for nice marbling and a deep red color.
  • Shrimp: 8-10 large ones peeled and deveined. Fresh is best, but good quality frozen works too.
  • Lobster Meat: 1 cup chopped into nice chunks. I usually get this from my local seafood market.
  • Heavy Cream: 1 cup. Full fat please, it makes all the difference.
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons. I always use unsalted so I can control the seasoning.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves minced. Fresh only for this special dish.
  • White Wine: 1/2 cup. I use Chardonnay, but any dry white works beautifully.
  • Fresh Parsley: A good handful chopped for color and freshness.
  • Salt and Pepper: Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper make everything pop.

Creating the Perfect Steak

Getting Started
Season those beautiful steaks generously with salt and pepper. I like to let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.
The Main Event
Get your skillet nice and hot with 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear the steaks for 4-5 minutes each side for medium rare. The outside should be gorgeously brown. Let them rest while we make the sauce, they'll be even juicier.
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Making Your Seafood Shine

Starting the Sauce
In that same beautiful pan add your remaining butter and let that garlic get fragrant. Your kitchen will smell amazing.
Adding the Stars
Toss in your shrimp and lobster. Watch carefully, they only need about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn perfectly pink. Set them aside for now.

Creating Sauce Magic

Building Flavors
Pour in your wine and scrape up all those wonderful brown bits from the pan. That's pure gold for our sauce.
Making it Creamy
Pour in the cream and let it bubble gently for about 5-6 minutes. Watch it transform into silky perfection.
Bringing it Together
Reunite your seafood with the sauce, letting everything get warm and cozy together.

The Grand Finale

Place your rested steaks on warm plates and spoon that gorgeous sauce all over them. Make sure everyone gets plenty of shrimp and lobster. A sprinkle of fresh parsley makes everything look restaurant worthy. Serve right away while everything's perfect.

Keeping the Love Alive

If you somehow end up with leftovers they'll stay good in the fridge for two days. When you reheat just do it slowly on the stove adding a splash of cream if needed. Though between us these plates usually come back empty at my house.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How do I know when the filet mignon is done?

For medium-rare, cook 4-5 minutes per side, or use a meat thermometer: 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium.

→ Can I make the sauce ahead of time?

While best made fresh, you can prepare the sauce up to an hour ahead and gently reheat. Add a splash of cream if needed to thin it out.

→ What's the best way to prep the lobster meat?

You can use fresh lobster tail meat or pre-cooked lobster meat. If using fresh, steam it briefly before adding to the sauce.

→ What wine pairs best with this dish?

A full-bodied red like Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with the steak, or try a rich Chardonnay to complement the seafood sauce.

→ Why deglaze the pan?

Deglazing with wine captures all the flavorful brown bits from cooking the steak and adds depth to your sauce.

Surf and Turf

Tender filet mignon steaks topped with a decadent shrimp and lobster cream sauce. The perfect special occasion dinner that's easier than you think.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes

Category: Dinner Delights

Difficulty: Difficult

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 steaks)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 4 filet mignon steaks (1 1/2 inches thick).
02 8-10 large shrimp, peeled and deveined.
03 1 cup chopped lobster meat.
04 1 cup heavy cream.
05 4 tablespoons butter.
06 2 cloves garlic, minced.
07 1/2 cup white wine (optional).
08 Fresh parsley, chopped.
09 Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions

Step 01

Season filets with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high. Sear steaks 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove steaks and let rest.

Step 02

Add remaining butter and garlic to the same skillet. Cook until garlic is fragrant. Add shrimp and lobster. Cook 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove seafood and set aside.

Step 03

Deglaze pan with wine if using. Add heavy cream. Simmer 5-6 minutes until thickened. Return seafood to sauce and heat through.

Step 04

Place steaks on plates. Top with seafood cream sauce. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

  1. Let steaks rest to retain juices.
  2. Add wine or broth if sauce gets too thick.
  3. Steaks should reach 135°F for medium-rare.
  4. Best served immediately.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet.
  • Meat thermometer.
  • Tongs.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (butter, heavy cream).
  • Shellfish (shrimp, lobster).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 620
  • Total Fat: 45 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 4 g
  • Protein: 50 g