Surf and Turf

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

A variety of foods might be included in a surf and turf, but traditionally, it is an entrée that includes both a portion of meat and a portion of seafood. The meat is usually a steak, while the seafood might be anything from lobster to shrimps or prawns. The origins of surf and turf are hard to pinpoint, but steak and seafood meals became popular throughout the United States during the 1960s. The meat is typically grilled and served with an accompanying thick sauce, while the seafood is usually grilled, fried, baked, or boiled, depending on the choice of seafood. Although surf and turf is sometimes associated with low-quality food, it can often be the most expensive item on a menu, since it uses expensive ingredients. However, surf and turf dishes are still quite popular, and there is even a food holiday called National Surf and Turf Day , celebrated every leap year on February 29.