Surf and Turf Paired with Lobster Sauce for a Luxurious Meal

Ingredients

• 4 filet mignon steaks, about 6 oz (170 g) each and 1 1/2 inches thick
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 garlic cloves, lightly smashed
• 4 fresh thyme sprigs
• 4 lobster tails, 5-6 oz (140-170 g) each, thawed if frozen
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 small shallot, finely minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) dry white wine or extra lobster stock
• 1 cup (240 ml) lobster stock or seafood stock
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup (75 g) chopped cooked lobster meat
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• Salt
• black pepper