Imagine a symphony where the rich, earthy notes of a perfectly cooked steak harmonize with the delicate, briny melody of succulent lobster. This isn’t just a dish; it’s a culinary journey, a fusion of flavors that dance across your palate.
Ingredients:
Steak and Lobster Tails: Surf and Turf for Two
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2 (12-ounce) center-cut, bone-in ribeye steaks
2 (1.5-pound) live Maine lobsters
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation:
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Steak and Lobster
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1. Prepare the Steak:
Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat.
Add the steaks and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for 10 minutes.
2. Prepare the Lobster:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
Plunge the live lobsters into the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes.
Drain the lobsters and let them cool slightly.
Once cool enough to handle, crack open the shells and remove the meat.
3. Create the Sauce:
In the same skillet used for the steak, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Deglaze the pan with the white wine, scraping up any browned bits.
Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Steak and Lobster Tails: Surf and Turf for Two
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4. Assemble the Dish:
Slice the rested steaks.
Divide the lobster meat between two plates.
Top each plate with a generous portion of steak.
Drizzle the sauce over the steak and lobster.
Garnish with fresh parsley and chives.
A Culinary Fusion
This dish is a testament to the global nature of cuisine. The rich, hearty steak is a nod to the rustic traditions of European cooking, while the delicate lobster is a tribute to the maritime cultures of coastal regions. The creamy sauce, a blend of French and Italian influences, ties these two disparate elements together in a harmonious symphony.
It’s a dish that celebrates the diversity of human experience, a reminder that even the most disparate cultures can come together to create something truly extraordinary.
