Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy garlic butter lobster tails, a perfect dish for special occasions or a romantic dinner at home. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms succulent lobster tails into a gourmet experience that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2:
Carefully cut the lobster tails down the middle using kitchen shears, exposing the meat but leaving it attached at the end.
Step 3:
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Step 4:
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5:
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6:
Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and pour the creamy garlic butter sauce over the meat.
Step 7:
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the lobster is cooked through and opaque.
Step 8:
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Pairings
- Garlic Bread: The perfect side that complements the rich flavors of the lobster.
- Fresh Garden Salad: A light salad to balance the heaviness of the lobster tails.
- Chilled White Wine: Pairs wonderfully with the creamy sauce for an elegant touch.
- Sparkling Water with Lemon: A refreshing option to cleanse the palate.
Storage Tips
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the oven at low temperatures to maintain the texture of the lobster.
- Do not freeze as it may alter the texture of the cooked lobster.
Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Ingredients
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 2 lobster tails
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully cut the lobster tails down the middle using kitchen shears, exposing the meat but leaving it attached at the end.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and pour the creamy garlic butter sauce over the meat.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the lobster is cooked through and opaque.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.