Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails are a luxurious seafood dish featuring tender lobster bathed in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. This easy yet elegant recipe is perfect for special occasions, offering restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes. Serve it with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a gourmet dining experience at home.
Ingredients
For the Lobster Tails:
- 4 lobster tails, shells removed and meat cleaned
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Lobster Tails:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat lobster tails dry and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear lobster tails for 2 minutes on each side until slightly golden. Remove from heat.
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Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Bake the Lobster Tails:
- Spoon some of the sauce over the lobster tails in the skillet.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, until lobster is opaque and fully cooked.
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Serve:
- Drizzle remaining sauce over lobster tails.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Spicy Twist: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Cheesy Upgrade: Stir in extra Parmesan or even a bit of Gruyère for a richer sauce.
- Wine Infusion: Replace the lemon juice with a splash of white wine for added depth of flavor.
- Grilled Option: Instead of baking, grill the lobster tails for a smoky charred finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
