Grilled Beef Filet With Crab Cakes And Caramelized

Name: Grilled Beef Filet With Crab Cakes And Caramelized Onion Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6 -8 ounce) filet of beef, about 6-8 oz. each and 1 1/2 inch thick; 1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 (6 ounce) cans white crabmeat, drained (or lump crab meat); 1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; vegetable oil, for frying the crab cake; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 small onion, sliced thin; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 pinch salt & pepper, to taste; 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

2 (6 -8 ounce) filet of beef, about 6-8 oz. each and 1 1/2 inch thick
1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 (6 ounce) cans white crabmeat, drained (or lump crab meat)
1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
vegetable oil, for frying the crab cake
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, sliced thin
1 cup heavy cream
1 pinch salt & pepper, to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

1
Bring the filets to room temperature and brush with the olive oil.
2
Sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
3
In a small bowl, mix the crab meat, breadcrumbs, Old Bay Seasoning and egg.
4
Make 2 crab cakes and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5
Melt butter in a medium sauce pan over medium high heat.
6
Add sliced onion and sautee until the onions are nice and brown, about 20 minutes.
7
Add the cream and let this simmer until it reduces by half, about 20-30 minutes.
8
Season the sauce with salt and pepper and a little cayenne pepper if using.
9
Heat grill to high heat.
10
Coat the grade with vegetable oil.
11
Grill steaks on high for about 5 minutes on each side or to your desired doneness.
12
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
13
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet add enough vegetable oil to fry crab cake over medium high heat (be sure your oil is hot before adding the cakes).
14
Cook the crab cakes for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
15
For assembly top each steak with a crab cake and coat with the onion sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6 -8 ounce) filet of beef, about 6-8 oz. each and 1 1/2 inch thick, 1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, 2 (6 ounce) cans white crabmeat, drained (or lump crab meat), and more.

Yes, Grilled Beef Filet With Crab Cakes And Caramelized Onion Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Grilled Beef Filet With Crab Cakes And Caramelized Onion Sauce

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