Steak with Creamy Shrimp and Lobster Sauce
This indulgent dish features perfectly seared steak topped with a rich, creamy shrimp and lobster sauce, perfect for impressing loved ones on any occasion.
Ingredients
Steaks
- 2 pieces ribeye steaks (or your preferred cut)
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lobster meat, chopped feel free to use frozen
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Searing the Steaks
- Season the ribeye steaks with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the steaks and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Transfer the cooked steaks to a plate and cover them loosely with foil to keep warm.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the shrimp and lobster meat, cooking until the shrimp turns pink (around 2-3 minutes).
Adding Creamy Goodness
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine all the flavors.
- Add lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes until thickened.
Serving
- Place seared steaks on plates and generously spoon the creamy shrimp and lobster sauce over each.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
For perfect steaks, use a meat thermometer to aim for 130°F for medium-rare. You can substitute lobster with crab or add extra shrimp.