Grilled Beef Filet with Crab Cakes and Caramelized Onion Sauce
Elevate your next dinner with this exquisite Grilled Beef Filet with Crab Cakes and Caramelized Onion Sauce—a luxurious take on the classic surf-and-turf combination. Tender, perfectly seasoned beef filets are grilled to perfection and topped with golden, flavor-packed crab cakes made from fresh lump crab meat and a hint of Old Bay seasoning. The dish is crowned with a velvety caramelized onion sauce, rich with buttery sweetness and a touch of cream, ensuring every bite is a symphony of flavors. This restaurant-quality meal is surprisingly achievable at home, with just 30 minutes of prep time and 45 minutes to cook. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve this impressive entrée for a romantic evening, festive holiday, or any special occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Beef filets (6-8 oz each)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 lb Lump crab meat
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 Egg
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 2 Yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Beef or chicken stock
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Season the beef filets on all sides with salt and black pepper. Drizzle each filet with a small amount of olive oil.
In a mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and egg. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat. Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape each into a round crab cake.
Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the crab cakes for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In a separate large skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are deep golden brown and caramelized.
Deglaze the pan with the beef or chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 5 minutes, then reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly for 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Grill the beef filets for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
To plate, place a grilled beef filet on each plate. Top each filet with a crab cake, then spoon the caramelized onion sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your elegant surf-and-turf dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 1544 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 924 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
