Description
This Perfect Valentine’s Dinner recipe features succulent New York Strip Steaks and juicy shrimp grilled to perfection and topped with a flavorful homemade garlic butter and fresh parsley compound butter. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish delivers a delicious surf and turf experience, ideal for a romantic dinner at home.
Ingredients
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Compound Butter
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Steak and Shrimp
- 2 New York Strip Steaks
- 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for grilling)
- 1 pound Shrimp (deveined)
Instructions
- Prepare Compound Butter: In a bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley. Mix thoroughly until well blended. Place this compound butter in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the steaks and shrimp.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan on high heat to ensure it is thoroughly hot for a perfect sear on the meat.
- Season Steaks: Pat the New York strip steaks dry with paper towels. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil then generously season with salt and pepper for optimum flavor.
- Grill Steaks: Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side aiming for medium-rare doneness (internal temperature 130-135°F). Remove steaks from the grill and transfer to a plate. Immediately spread half of the garlic parsley compound butter over the steaks and let rest for 5-10 minutes to retain juices.
- Cook Shrimp: In the same pan or grill, melt the remaining compound butter over medium heat. Season the deveined shrimp with salt and pepper. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque, signaling they are cooked through.
- Toss and Serve: Toss the grilled shrimp in the melted garlic butter for enhanced flavor. Serve the shrimp alongside the rested steak topped with garlic butter for a delightful surf and turf meal.
Notes
- Ensure steaks are at room temperature before grilling for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check steak doneness precisely.
- Do not overcook shrimp as they can become rubbery; they cook quickly.
- Compound butter can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.
- Letting the steak rest after grilling allows juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and flavorful.
