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Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Recipe

Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Recipe
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This Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails recipe features succulent lobster meat baked to perfection with a rich and flavorful garlic butter cream sauce. Easy to prepare and elegant, it’s perfect for a special dinner or a luxurious treat to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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Lobster

  • 4 lobster tails (about 6 oz each)

Sauce

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lobster tails: Using kitchen shears, carefully cut the top shell of each lobster tail down the center to expose the meat. Gently pull the lobster meat out just enough to rest on top of the shell, then pat the lobster meat dry with paper towels to ensure even cooking.
  2. Make the garlic butter sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly and combines all the flavors.
  3. Cook the lobster: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the lobster tails on a baking sheet and generously brush them with the creamy garlic butter sauce. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the lobster meat turns opaque and is fully cooked through.
  4. Serve: Once baked, spoon any remaining garlic butter sauce over the lobster tails. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve alongside lemon wedges to add a zesty touch, making each bite deliciously balanced.

Notes

  • Ensure lobster tails are thawed if previously frozen before cooking for even results.
  • Do not overcook lobster as it can become tough; watch for opaque white color as a doneness indicator.
  • For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
  • The sauce can be doubled if you prefer more richness and dipping sauce.

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Keywords: lobster tails, garlic butter sauce, creamy seafood recipe, baked lobster, easy lobster dinner

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