Pin It An opulent platter featuring premium meats, seafood, and golden accents, perfect for a celebratory occasion or a luxurious dinner party.
This dish combines rich flavors and textures that always impress my guests during special gatherings.
Ingredients
- Meats & Seafood: 2 (200 g each) filet mignon steaks trimmed, 8 large sea scallops cleaned, 8 jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined, 50 g smoked salmon slices
- Vegetables: 12 baby potatoes halved, 2 small zucchini sliced, 1 bunch asparagus trimmed, 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, 2 tbsp chives finely chopped
- Sauces & Garnishes: 80 g unsalted butter, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 lemon zest and juice, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp crème fraîche, 1 tbsp capers drained, 1 tbsp edible gold leaf (optional for garnish), Microgreens for garnish
- Seasonings: Sea salt to taste, Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook Potatoes:
- Boil the baby potatoes for 10–12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and toss with 1 tbsp butter salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Roast Vegetables:
- Toss asparagus and zucchini slices with 1 tbsp olive oil salt and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet in the oven for 10–12 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook Filet Mignon:
- Pat filets dry season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat. Sear filets 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to rest.
- Sear Scallops:
- In the same pan add scallops and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
- Sear Shrimp:
- Sear the shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Prepare Sauce:
- Whisk together crème fraîche Dijon mustard lemon zest juice chives and capers. Season to taste.
- Assemble Platter:
- Arrange potatoes roasted vegetables filets scallops shrimp and smoked salmon elegantly on a large platter. Drizzle with the sauce top with microgreens and if desired apply flakes of edible gold leaf for a luxurious finish.
Pin It This recipe always brings my family together around the table for a memorable meal filled with compliments and conversation.
Required Tools
Heavy skillet Baking sheet Large pot Sharp knife Mixing bowls Platter for serving
Allergen Information
Contains Shellfish Fish Dairy (butter crème fraîche) Mustard May contain Gluten (depending on processing of some ingredients e.g. mustard) Check all labels for potential allergens if you have sensitivities
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 610 Total Fat 31 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 48 g
Pin It Enjoy this luxurious platter as the centerpiece of your next celebration for an unforgettable dining experience.