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Nutritional Values
800kcal
60gProtein
10gCarbs
65gFat
2gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🦐 Shellfish
Surf and Turf
How to order / say it
Say it
Surf and Turf — [sur-f AND tur-f]
Order
I'll have the surf and turf, please.
Say locally
Main dish pairing steak and lobster or shrimp.
Why try it?
Representing luxury and the bounty of both land and sea, Surf and Turf is a dish that highlights Los Angeles' flair for indulgence. Reflecting the city's access to diverse, high-quality ingredients, it's a culinary expression of opulence.
How it tastes
Combining the rich, savory flavors of a perfectly cooked steak with the sweet, buttery taste of shellfish, Surf and Turf is a gourmet delight. Each element—juicy and tender—complements the other, offering a balanced and sumptuous experience.
Origin & History — first documented: 1940
Surf and Turf became popular in American steakhouses in the mid-20th century. It gained popularity with the California Gold Rush era as city dwellers grew fond of lobster, a culinary indulgence that balanced the somewhat new wealth.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 g ribeye steak
- 🦐 200 g lobster tail
- 🥛 50 g garlic butter
- 🍋 1 piece lemon
- 🧂 5 g salt
- 🧂 5 g black pepper
Method
- 1 Season and grill the steak to preferred doneness.
- 2 Prepare the lobster tail by boiling it until tender.
- 3 Melt garlic butter and drizzle over lobster.
- 4 Serve the steak and lobster together, with a wedge of lemon.
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