Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails, perfectly suited for a luxurious dinner at home.
Ingredients
Lobster and Sauce Ingredients
- 2 pieces lobster tails Fresh or frozen, thawed completely if frozen.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Allows for control of saltiness.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is best for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Dried parsley can be used in a pinch.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to broil.
- Prepare the Lobster Tails: Cut the shells down the center using kitchen scissors, then gently pry the meat upwards.
Making the Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and add minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice.
Cooking
- Place lobster tails in a baking dish and brush with the garlic butter sauce.
- Broil the lobster tails for 8-10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and slightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the lobster tails before serving.
Notes
Serve with chilled Chardonnay and sides like garlic mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 300mg
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