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Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Recipe

Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Recipe
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Savor the rich, indulgent flavors of Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails, a restaurant-quality seafood dish that’s surprisingly easy to prepare at home. Tender lobster meat is enhanced with a luscious garlic butter sauce, creamy Parmesan, and a hint of smoky paprika, baked to perfection and garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a gourmet finish.

Ingredients

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Lobster Tails

  • 4 lobster tails

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish and Serving

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lobster tails: Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut through the top of each lobster shell lengthwise. Gently lift the lobster meat up and rest it on top of the shell, making it easier to season and bake evenly.
  2. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with foil to facilitate easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
  3. Make the garlic butter sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce slightly thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Brush the lobster tails: Arrange the lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet. Generously brush the creamy garlic butter sauce over the lobster meat, ensuring each tail is well coated for maximum flavor.
  5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the lobster meat turns opaque and is cooked through. Halfway through baking, baste the tails again with the sauce to enhance richness and moisture.
  6. Serve: Once baked, remove the lobster tails from the oven. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately alongside lemon wedges for an added burst of citrus freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure lobster tails are thawed completely if frozen before cooking.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; garlic powder will alter the taste.
  • Adjust paprika quantity according to your preference for mild smokiness or spiciness.
  • Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the lobster at its juiciest and most flavorful.
  • For a lower-fat option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though sauce richness will vary.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to two days but are best enjoyed fresh.

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