Golden Heart Luxury Platter (Printable Version)

A lavish assortment of filet mignon, fresh seafood, and seasoned vegetables with golden touches.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats & Seafood

01 - 2 filet mignon steaks, 7 oz (200 g) each, trimmed
02 - 8 large sea scallops, cleaned
03 - 8 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
04 - 1.75 oz (50 g) smoked salmon slices

→ Vegetables

05 - 12 baby potatoes, halved
06 - 2 small zucchini, sliced
07 - 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

→ Sauces & Garnishes

10 - 2.8 oz (80 g) unsalted butter
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 lemon, zest and juice
13 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
14 - 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
15 - 1 tablespoon drained capers
16 - 1 tablespoon edible gold leaf (optional, for garnish)
17 - Microgreens, for garnish

→ Seasonings

18 - Sea salt, to taste
19 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
02 - Boil baby potatoes for 10 to 12 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon butter, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
03 - Toss asparagus and zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes until tender and caramelized.
04 - Pat filets dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat. Sear filets for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to rest.
05 - In the same skillet, add scallops and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
06 - Sear shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
07 - Whisk together crème fraîche, Dijon mustard, lemon zest and juice, chopped chives, and capers. Season to taste.
08 - Arrange potatoes, roasted vegetables, filets, scallops, shrimp, and smoked salmon elegantly on a large serving platter. Drizzle with sauce, garnish with microgreens, and optionally apply edible gold leaf.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Premium selection of meats and seafood for rich flavors
  • Elegant presentation with golden accents for special occasions
02 -
  • Edible gold leaf is optional and can be omitted without affecting flavor
  • Substitute lobster tail for shrimp for an even more indulgent platter
03 -
  • Rest meat after searing to retain juiciness
  • Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation
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