Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Filet Mignon with Shrimp and Lobster Cream Sauce, a dish that transforms any dinner into a special occasion. This impressive recipe features tender filet mignon, perfectly seared to retain its juiciness, topped with a rich, creamy sauce made from succulent shrimp and delicate lobster. The combination of flavors is sure to delight your palate and impress your guests. Ideal for romantic dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is both elegant and straightforward to prepare. Serve it alongside garlic mashed potatoes or steamed asparagus to create a memorable meal that showcases your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 filet mignon steaks (about 1 1/2 inches thick)
- 8–10 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup chopped lobster meat
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white grape juice (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the filet mignon steaks with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, then let rest.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp and lobster meat; cook until shrimp are pink (3-4 minutes). Remove seafood from skillet.
- Deglaze pan with white grape juice (if using), then stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened (5-6 minutes). Return shrimp and lobster to coat in sauce.
- Plate each steak, spoon sauce generously over top, and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 46g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 180mg