The Perfect Pairing: New York Strip & Seared Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
Crofton Family • June 4, 2025
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At Crofton’s Family Meat Market, we believe great meals start with great ingredients — and this surf & turf combo is proof.
Pairing a juicy New York strip steak with tender pan-seared scallops creates a dish that’s bold, buttery, and surprisingly easy to master. Whether you’re cooking to impress or just treating yourself, this meal brings steakhouse quality home.
🥩 Why We Love the New York Strip
Cut from the short loin, the New York strip steak is a classic for good reason. It’s lean, flavorful, and features just the right amount of marbling to give you that melt-in-your-mouth experience. At Crofton’s, we source our strip steaks from trusted suppliers — with locally raised options available fresh (never frozen).
🦞 Why Seared Scallops Make the Dish
Scallops might seem fancy, but they’re fast, easy, and packed with naturally sweet flavor. When pan-seared in butter and finished with fresh lemon and herbs, they balance the richness of the steak beautifully.
As Kevin Crofton puts it:
"Surf & Turf should feel like a treat — but it doesn’t have to be complicated. When the ingredients are right, the rest falls into place." Surf & Turf Recipe: New York Strip & Seared Scallops
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
From Crofton’s:
- 2 (10–12 oz) New York strip steaks
- ½ lb sea scallops (dry packed, not soaked)
- Crofton’s Rib Rub or steak seasoning
- Paprika or seafood seasoning
Pantry Staples:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove, smashed
- Zest & juice of ½ lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper
🔥 Directions
1. Sear the Steak
- Bring steaks to room temperature.
- Season generously with Crofton’s Rib Rub.
- In a cast iron skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over high heat.
- Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side (or to desired doneness).
- In the final minute, add 1 tbsp butter and the smashed garlic. Baste.
- Rest steaks under foil for 5–10 minutes.
2. Sear the Scallops
- Pat scallops very dry (moisture prevents a good sear).
- Season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a separate pan, heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter over high heat.
- Sear scallops 1½–2 minutes per side, until golden and just opaque.
- Squeeze lemon juice and zest over scallops. Garnish with parsley.
3. Serve & Enjoy
Plate steak with scallops on the side (or stacked on top), drizzle with lemon herb butter, and serve with mashed potatoes, asparagus, or a grilled corn salad.
Shop Crofton’s for the Best of Both Worlds
Stop in to Crofton’s Family Meat Market to grab everything you need for this meal — from locally raised New York strip steaks to fresh sea scallops and seasoning blends.
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