Easy Homemade Steak & Double Lobster Tails in Spiced Caesar Cream Sauce (Traditional, Healthy Twist)

There’s something about the sizzle of a steak and the sweet pop of lobster meat that immediately turns an ordinary evening into a memory. This Steak & Double Lobster Tails in Spiced Caesar Cream Sauce recipe is one of those cozy, show-stopping dishes I make when I want to celebrate — a simple weeknight elevated, or the centerpiece for a Sunday family meal or holiday dinner. It’s rich and comforting, but also surprisingly accessible: an easy, homemade surf-and-turf that feels traditional yet fresh.

Serve this for date nights, small dinner parties, or a festive family gathering. Pair it with roasted vegetables and a crisp salad for a balanced, restaurant-quality meal at home.

🧂 Ingredients:

• 2 steak filets (6–8 oz / 170–225 g each), e.g., filet mignon or ribeye
• 2 lobster tails (8–10 oz / 225–285 g each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional, for heat)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped (or 1/4 cup onion)
• 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml) — or 3/4 cup half-and-half for a lighter sauce
• 1/3 cup Caesar dressing (about 80 ml) — homemade or good-quality store-bought
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
• 1–2 teaspoons anchovy paste (optional but traditional)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Optional finishing:

• Flaky sea salt (like Maldon)
• Freshly ground pepper
• A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil or browned butter

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1. Bring steaks to room temperature for 20–30 minutes; pat dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) if finishing steaks in oven; also preheat a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat.
3. Prepare lobster tails: with kitchen shears, cut the top shell down the center and gently pry meat out resting on top of the shell. Pat dry, brush with a little olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika.
4. Sear steaks: add 1 tbsp olive oil to hot skillet. Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130–135°F / 54–57°C). For thicker steaks, after searing, transfer skillet to oven and finish 4–6 minutes. Remove steaks, tent with foil, and rest 5–7 minutes.
5. Cook lobster: place lobster tails under the broiler 6–8 inches from heat, broil for 6–8 minutes until opaque and firm (or boil/steam for 5–7 minutes). Watch closely — lobster cooks fast. Remove and set aside.
6. Make the spiced Caesar cream sauce: in the same skillet you used for steaks (wipe excess fat leaving fond), melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook until softened, 1–2 minutes. Stir in Dijon, anchovy paste, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
7. Pour in cream and Caesar dressing; bring to a gentle simmer and stir to combine. Simmer 5–8 minutes until sauce thickens slightly (it should coat the back of a spoon).
8. Stir in Parmesan and lemon juice; simmer another 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, or squeeze more lemon). If sauce gets too thick, thin with a splash of water or milk.
9. Add chopped parsley to the sauce. Return lobster (and juices) briefly to the pan for 30–60 seconds to warm and coat with sauce.
10. Plate: slice steaks against the grain, arrange with lobster tails, and spoon generous amounts of the spiced Caesar cream sauce over both. Garnish with parsley, lemon wedges, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.

Timing recap: total active time ~35–45 minutes. Simmer sauce 5–8 minutes until it thickens; lobster 5–8 minutes; steak sear 3–4 min per side plus optional 4–6 min in oven.

💡 Tips & Variations:

• Healthy swaps:
  • Use half-and-half or light cream to cut calories, or substitute a cashew cream for a dairy-free version (blended soaked cashews + water).
  • For lower fat, skip extra butter and reduce cheese, or serve smaller steak portions with hearty roasted veggies.
• Gluten-free: ensure your Caesar dressing and Worcestershire sauce are labeled gluten-free.
• Vegan/vegetarian alternative: swap steaks and lobster for thick marinated portobello caps and king oyster "scallops" (seared). Replace cream with cashew cream and anchovy/Parmesan with miso + nutritional yeast for umami.
• Make-ahead: make the spiced Caesar cream sauce 1–2 days ahead and refrigerate. Reheat gently on low, stirring in a splash of water to loosen. Cook steak and lobster fresh for best texture.
• Leftovers: store steak, lobster, and sauce separately in airtight containers. Sauce keeps 3 days in the fridge; cooked seafood and steak up to 2 days. Reheat lobster gently (steaming or low oven) to avoid rubberiness.
• Serving ideas: pair with cauliflower mash, roasted asparagus, garlic green beans, or a crisp arugula salad. A dry white wine (Chardonnay) or light red (Pinot Noir) are lovely matches.
• Pro tip: use the same pan for sauce to capture browned bits (fond) — it adds deep flavor.

🩺 Health & Lifestyle Tie-in
This dish packs a protein punch — steak provides iron and B12, while lobster gives you lean protein and heart-healthy omega-3s. Choosing thoughtful ingredients and portion sizes is an easy way to care for your health now, which can reduce long-term medical costs down the road — a small investment in tasty, nutritious meals supports both physical well-being and financial peace of mind.

❤️ Conclusion
If you want an easy, homemade dish that feels both traditional and special, this Steak & Double Lobster Tails in Spiced Caesar Cream Sauce is a keeper. Try it for your next celebration or cozy dinner at home — and if you make it, let me know in the comments or tag me on social media — I’d love to see your version!

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Steak & Double Lobster Tails in Spiced Caesar Cream Sauce

This cozy, show-stopping dish combines the sizzle of steak with the sweet pop of lobster meat in a rich spiced Caesar cream sauce, perfect for celebrations or special dinners.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Seafood

Calories: 800

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 filets steak filets (6–8 oz / 170–225 g each), e.g., filet mignon or ribeye
• 2 tails lobster tails (8–10 oz / 225–285 g each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional, for heat)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped (or 1/4 cup onion)
• 1 cup heavy cream (or 3/4 cup half-and-half for a lighter sauce)
• 1/3 cup Caesar dressing (about 80 ml) homemade or good-quality store-bought
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
• 1–2 teaspoons anchovy paste (optional but traditional)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Method

 

Preparation

1. Bring steaks to room temperature for 20–30 minutes; pat dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) if finishing steaks in the oven; also preheat a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat.
3. Prepare lobster tails: with kitchen shears, cut the top shell down the center and gently pry meat out resting on top of the shell. Pat dry, brush with a little olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika.

Cooking Steaks

1. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to hot skillet. Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130–135°F / 54–57°C). For thicker steaks, after searing, transfer skillet to oven and finish 4–6 minutes.
2. Remove steaks, tent with foil, and rest for 5–7 minutes.

Cooking Lobster

1. Place lobster tails under the broiler 6–8 inches from heat, broil for 6–8 minutes until opaque and firm (or boil/steam for 5–7 minutes). Watch closely as lobster cooks fast. Remove and set aside.

Making the Sauce

1. In the same skillet you used for steaks (wipe excess fat leaving fond), melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
2. Add shallot and garlic; cook until softened, 1–2 minutes.
3. Stir in Dijon, anchovy paste, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
4. Pour in cream and Caesar dressing; bring to a gentle simmer and stir to combine.
5. Simmer for 5–8 minutes until sauce thickens slightly (it should coat the back of a spoon).
6. Stir in Parmesan and lemon juice; simmer another 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, or squeeze more lemon). If sauce gets too thick, thin with a splash of water or milk.
7. Add chopped parsley to the sauce. Briefly return lobster (and juices) to the pan for 30–60 seconds to warm and coat with sauce.

Plating

1. Slice steaks against the grain, arrange with lobster tails, and spoon generous amounts of the spiced Caesar cream sauce over both.
2. Garnish with parsley, lemon wedges, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter dish, consider using half-and-half or a cashew cream for a dairy-free version. Make-ahead options are available for the sauce to save time during preparations.