Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

For the Lobster Tails:
– 4 lobster tails, shells cut and meat slightly pulled up
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

For the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1/4 cup chicken or seafood broth
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

 

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails: Preheat your oven to broil or 450°F (230°C). Cut the lobster tails along the top of the shell, pull up the meat slightly, and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

2. Cook the Lobster Tails: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lobster tails, flesh side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly seared. Flip them over and transfer the skillet to the oven. Broil for 5-7 minutes, or until the lobster meat is cooked through and opaque. Remove from the oven and set aside.

3. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine.

4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, simmering until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

5. Serve: Pour the creamy garlic butter sauce over the cooked lobster tails and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Enjoy this luxurious and delicious Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails dish, perfect for a special dinner!