Surf and turf goes global

There’s no clear origin for surf and turf, the delicious marriage of lobster tail and filet mignon. Some say it was first served during the 1962 World’s Fair. Others claim it debuted at the Continental Restaurant in Lowell, USA, in 1966. In 2022, surf and turf goes beyond lobster and steak — and beyond borders. So, with the help of NYC’s Institute of Culinary Education, we’ve created these exciting new combos packed with international flair.

- By Jason Stahl, Photography by James Wojcik

CARNITAS

PER SERVING

Calories 476

Protein 62g

Carbs 18g

Fat 16g

DRINKS

All drinks are under 200 calories.

Carnitas

SERVES 6-8

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp vegetable oil 1.4kg beef chuck, cut into large cubes

1 tbsp kosher salt

2 cups minced onion

6 garlic cloves, chopped

12 tsp cumin

1 tsp coriander

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce

1 (410g) can chopped tomatoes

2 lobster tails or about

350g cooked lobster meat

8 tortillas

Scallions, jalapeño pepper, onion, coriander, sour cream (for serving)

DIRECTIONS

1) Preheat oven to 180°C.