Elegant Surf & Turf with Lemon Cashew Cream and Red Wine Reduction

Filet Mignon

• 2 filet mignon steaks (6 oz each)
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh chives (for garnish)

Lobster & Asparagus

• 1 lobster tail, steamed and meat removed
• 10–12 asparagus spears, trimmed
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt, to taste

Cashew “Hollandaise” Sauce

• ½ cup raw cashews (soaked 2 hrs or overnight)
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp turmeric (for color)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt, to taste

Red Wine Reduction

• ¾ cup dry red wine (ensure gluten-free)
• ½ cup beef or veggie stock
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Garnish

• 1 tbsp vegan caviar (seaweed-based or kelp caviar for soy-free)