**Title:** Surf and Turf with Grilled Steak, Shrimp, and Asparagus ### **Ingredients** #### *For the Steak:* - 2 ribeye or filet mignon steaks (about 1-inch thick) - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 teaspoon salt - ½ teaspoon black pepper - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter - 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives (for garnish) #### *For the Shrimp:* - ½ pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined - 1 tablespoon olive oil - ½ teaspoon salt - ¼ teaspoon black pepper - ½ teaspoon garlic powder - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika - 1 tablespoon butter - Juice of ½ lemon #### *For the Asparagus:* - 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed - 1 tablespoon olive oil - ½ teaspoon salt - ¼ teaspoon black pepper - ½ teaspoon garlic powder ### **Instructions** #### **Prepare and Cook the Steak:** 1. **Preheat a grill or cast-iron skillet** over medium-high heat. 2. Pat the steaks dry and rub with **olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika**. 3. Place steaks on the hot grill and cook for **4-5 minutes per side** for medium-rare (adjust based on desired doneness). 4. Add **butter** during the last minute of cooking and baste the steaks. 5. Remove from heat and let rest for **5 minutes**. Sprinkle with **chopped chives** before serving. #### **Prepare and Cook the Shrimp:** 6. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with **olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika**. 7. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt **butter**. 8. Add the shrimp and cook for **1-2 minutes per side**, until pink and opaque. 9. Squeeze **lemon juice** over the shrimp before serving. #### **Prepare and Cook the Asparagus:** 10. Toss the asparagus with **olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder**. 11. Grill for **4-5 minutes**, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp with slight char marks. ### **Serve & Enjoy!** Arrange the **steak, shrimp, and asparagus** on a plate and serve immediately. Enjoy this **delicious and elegant surf and turf meal!** 🥩🦐🌿✨