Surf & Turf Plate with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

The ultimate steakhouse dinner at home!

📝 Ingredients :

For the Steak:

2 filet mignon or ribeye steaks (juicy steakhouse favorite)

Salt & freshly cracked black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

For the Garlic Butter Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined (perfect surf and turf combo)

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced (bold garlic butter flavor boost)

½ tsp paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:

2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled & cubed (best creamy mashed potatoes)

4 tbsp butter

½ cup warm heavy cream

Salt to taste

For the Sides:

1 bunch asparagus (easy elegant dinner side)

1 tbsp olive oil

Pinch of salt

2 soft dinner rolls with butter (classic steakhouse touch)

🍽️ ** How to Make It :**

1️⃣ Season & Sear the Steak:

Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high and sear 3–4 minutes per side until a rich crust forms. Add butter and baste for that juicy steakhouse dinner flavor and ultimate surf and turf experience.

2️⃣ Cook the Garlic Butter Shrimp:

In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly caramelized. This garlic butter shrimp delivers the best restaurant-style dinner vibes and easy gourmet meal magic.

3️⃣ Prepare the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:

Boil potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, warm heavy cream, and salt until smooth and fluffy. These best creamy mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side and perfect steak pairing.

4️⃣ Roast the Asparagus:

Toss asparagus with olive oil and salt, then roast at 400°F for 12–15 minutes until tender with slightly crisp tips. This fresh green side balances your indulgent surf and turf plate and elevates your elegant dinner idea.

5️⃣ Plate Like a Pro:

Spoon mashed potatoes onto the plate, top with a sprinkle of black pepper. Add the steak, pile on the garlic butter shrimp, and serve with roasted asparagus and a buttered dinner roll. This easy steakhouse dinner is a true crowd-pleasing meal and special occasion favorite.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | serving : 2–3 persons

Calories: ~950 per serving | Protein: ~65g per serving

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