Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster (Printable Version)
Lobster tails cooked in a silky garlic butter sauce with Parmesan and herbs for an indulgent seafood experience.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Seafood
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2 lobster tails (5 to 6 oz each)
→ Sauce
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
# Steps to Cook:
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Use kitchen shears to cut down the back of the lobster shells and gently lift the meat without detaching it completely.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the lobster tails, meat-side down, and sear for 2 to 3 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for an additional minute.
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Lower the heat and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Add paprika, salt, and black pepper to the sauce, stirring to combine evenly.
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Spoon the sauce over the lobster tails and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes while basting periodically.
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Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the lobster tails and serve immediately with preferred side dishes.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Thaw lobster tails completely before cooking if frozen. Use cold-water lobster for optimal tenderness and sweetness. Avoid overcooking; lobster meat should be opaque and slightly firm.