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Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails for Effortless Elegance

Savor the rich flavors of Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails, an easy yet luxurious dish perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 tails
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster
  • 2 lobster tails Lobster Tails Choose tails weighing 5-6 oz for tender, evenly cooked meat.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds a luxurious richness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with coconut cream.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, omit for dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Broiler
  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Kitchen scissors
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your broiler to high, around 500°F (260°C). Position your oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  2. Carefully cut through the top shell of each lobster tail with kitchen scissors and gently pull the lobster meat away from the shell, leaving it attached at the base.
  3. Pat the lobster meat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  4. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and stir well, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  7. Brush lobster tails generously with the garlic sauce, place on a baking sheet, and broil for 8-10 minutes until opaque and slightly browned.
  8. Remove from the oven, spoon more garlic butter sauce over them, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tailCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure lobster tails are completely thawed and dry before cooking for the best results.

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