Garlic Butter Surf And Turf Skillet

Garlic Butter Surf And Turf Skillet Recipe

Yield: 4 SERVINGS | Total time: 30 MINUTES | Prep time: 10 MINUTES | Cook time: 20 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS:

• 2-8oz New York Strip Steaks- take out 20-30 minutes to rest at room temperature
• 1lb fresh/frozen-thawed shrimp
• 1lb fresh/frozen scallops
• 1-bunch of asparagus, ends trimmed
• 6-Tablespoons butter, divided
• Fresh minced thyme
• juice of one lemon
• old bay seafood seasoning
• salt pepper

For the Compound Butter:

• 1-cube unsalted butter, softened
• 4-garlic cloves, minced
• 2-Tablespoons thyme, minced
• 1-teaspoon lemon juice
• wax/parchment paper

DIRECTIONS:

1. Make the compound butter: mix all ingredients in a bowl, stir to combine well and place on wax/parchment paper. Roll into a log and twist the ends to seal. Place in refrigerator to firm.
2. Season steaks with salt and pepper and grill on BBQ 5-7 minutes per side to desired doneness. Remove from grill and cover with foil.
3. Place 2 Tablespoons of butter in skillet on medium heat, and asparagus, season with salt and pepper and saute for 4-5 minutes, just until they begin to wilt. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Add 2 Tablespoons of butter to same skillet and turn up to medium high heat. Add scallops and season with Old Bay Seasoning. Sear on each side for 2 minutes, until nice and golden brown around the edges. Turn down the heat and continue to cook 2-3 more minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside with asparagus.
5. Add last 2 Tablespoons of butter to same skillet and add the shrimp. Season with Old Bay Seasoning and cook about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove skillet from heat.
6. Add the steaks, asparagus and scallops back in.
7. Place a moderate slice of the butter compound on top of the steaks and serve.

Full recipe: thefoodcafe.com