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Juicy grilled steak topped with seasoned shrimp, showcasing a classic Steak and Shrimp Surf and Turf dinner plate.
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Steak and Shrimp Surf and Turf

Restaurant-quality steak and garlic butter shrimp come together in under an hour for an impressive dinner that's easier than it looks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 lb ribeye or New York strip steaks about 1 inch thick, room temperature
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil high smoke point
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 fresh thyme sprigs optional
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails on
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Cast Iron Skillet or Heavy-Bottomed Pan
  • Tongs
  • Instant-Read Thermometer

Method
 

Prep
  1. Pat steaks completely dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and all the pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes while you prep the shrimp.
  2. Toss shrimp with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and paprika. Set aside.
Cook the Steak
  1. Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steaks and sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and cook 3-4 minutes more for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 130°F. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan. Once butter foams, tilt pan and spoon over steaks for 1 minute if still in pan, or reserve to drizzle over at serving. Remove from heat.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. Return pan to medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes without moving. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes more until pink and opaque throughout. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and lemon juice, tossing to coat.
Serve
  1. Slice steaks against the grain and arrange on plates with shrimp alongside. Spoon any pan juices over top and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Room temperature steaks sear much better than cold ones - don't skip the resting step. For a restaurant finish, let steaks rest on a wire rack instead of a plate so the bottom doesn't steam. If your shrimp are frozen, thaw completely and pat very dry before seasoning or they won't sear properly.