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My Surf and Turf TikTok video went viral THREE YEARS IN A ROW! Even Snoop Dogg posted @themoodyfoody Surf and Turf on his Instagram page! So, I am the Surf and Turf Expert. Steakhouses are overpriced and outdated, and I’ve always been a fan of intimate moments!
P.S. I cannot stress enough how important it is to get excellent ingredients for this recipe! If you’re pouring your heart and soul into making a meal like this, ensure you get high-quality components and make it for a high-quality person!
Why everyone loves this Surf and Turf recipe
- It’s easy to make- This is beginner-friendly; once you master the steaks, the rest is smooth sailing!
2. It’s a great recipe for special moments- This is a celebratory dish for sure! Perfect for Valentine’s Day Anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, or “just because,” make this for anyone, anytime, and you’re guaranteed a fantastic evening.
Tips for making the perfect Steak:
- Use high-quality ingredients– This is the time to invest. If possible, get an excellent cut of Steak. I recommend N.Y. Strip, Sirloin bone in, or even T-bone or powerhouse. You want a perfect high-quality steak to soak in the flavor. Additionally, good salted butter is necessary; I recommend Kerigold butter because it’s rich in flavor!
- Use the proper cooking equipment- I highly recommend a cast iron skillet for this recipe. I insist. A cast iron skillet is an evergreen kitchen staple and creates the perfect sear on the steaks, making the Surf N Turf restaurant quality.
- High Heat- Getting a nice sear on the Steak is half of this recipe. Not only do you want fantastic flavor, but you also want a piece of meat that says- “DAMN”.! Don’t shy away from the heat in this recipe; it’s your friend!
- Take your time– This recipe requires finesse; if you follow the instructions carefully, you’ll have a fantastic meal and become a better home cook almost immediately. Making the perfect Steak is a mandatory skill in being an expert cook, and this Surf and Turf Recipe is a great way to jump in head first.
Temperature chart for steaks;
Use this as a frame of reference when deciding how you prefer your meat to be cooked.
Surf N Turf
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 Steaks I like to use Ribeye or NY Strip
- 1 tbsp Avocado Oil Or, any high heat cooking oil
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 cloves garlic
- 6 sprigs rosemary
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 3 lbs Red Potatoes
- 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 tbsps butter
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 3 tsps salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsps garlic powder
- 2 tsps onion powder
For the Creamy Shrimp
- 1 lb Shrimp I like to use Jumbo Shrimp! 13-15 for best results!
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tbsps Butter
- 2 tbsps Parsley
Instructions
- Allow steaks to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes. While steaks are resting, make your cajun compound butter.
- Season steak with salt and pepper completely. Your steaks should be seasoned very well! Let them rest for 10 minutes
- Add avocado oil and 2 tbsps of butter to a hot cast iron skillet.
- Sear Steak for 2 minutes, and flip. Your steak should be be beautifully seared.
- Add additional 2 tbsp of butter, garlic and rosemary, and bask the excess butter over the steak with a spoon. Keep basking continously for 3-5 minutes.
- *optional step* Remove from pan and finish cooking in the oven at 375 degrees until the level of doneness required. Use a thermometer to test the level of doneless If you prefer a rarer steak, let your steak rests while you cook your shrimp.
For The Mashed Potatoes
- Cut potatoes into fours, boil.
- In a small sauce pot, bring butter, spices, heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to a light boil.
- Once potatoes are soft, strain them and slowly add in milk mixture while simantousely mashing the potatoes until you have a creamy consistency.
- Garnish with parsley
For the Shrimp
- Pat dry shrimp. Sautee shrimp on medium heat in butter for 2-3 minutes.
- Add in heavy cream, parmesean cheese and parsley. Simmer on low heat until shrimp is fully cooked and sauce is thickened.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
