Pan Seared Filet Mignon with Lobster Avocado Salsa
Indulge in a luxurious dining experience with this Pan Seared Filet Mignon topped with a vibrant Lobster Avocado Salsa. This exquisite dish marries the rich flavors of perfectly cooked beef tenderloin with the fresh, zesty notes of lobster and avocado, making it ideal for special occasions or an elevated weeknight dinner. With simple preparation steps and readily available ingredients, you can impress family and friends without extensive culinary skills. Serve it alongside seasoned beans or fresh vegetables for a complete meal that celebrates both flavor and sophistication.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Ingredients
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- 2 Filet Mignon Beef Tenderloin Steaks
- 1 ounce Canola Oil
- 1 tablespoon New Mexico Chile Powder
- 6 ounces Lobster Meat (chopped)
- 1/2 Ripe Avocado (diced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 cups Seasoned Beans
Instructions
- Marinade the Steaks: In a mixing bowl, combine canola oil, New Mexico chile powder, and black pepper. Coat the filet mignon steaks in the marinade and let them rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Prepare the Salsa: Mix chopped lobster meat, diced avocado, thinly sliced green onions, jalapeno, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pan Sear the Steaks: Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add clarified butter or vegetable oil and sear each side of the steaks for about 2 minutes until browned. Transfer to a preheated oven at 400°F until they reach your desired doneness.
- Serve: Place seasoned beans on each plate, top with steak, and add a generous scoop of lobster avocado salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 557
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 100mg