Get ready to indulge in a luxurious dinner with this creamy Lemon Butter Lobster Risotto! It's the perfect dish for any special occasion. 🦞🍋
Ingredients:
- 2 lobster tails (6-8 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1/2 cup dry white cooking grape juice or chicken broth
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, warmed
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Using kitchen shears, carefully cut the shell of each lobster tail and gently lift the meat over the shell while keeping it attached at the base.
3. Season the lobster meat with paprika, salt, and black pepper. In a small pan, melt butter, then stir in minced garlic and lemon juice. Brush this luscious mixture generously over the lobster tails.
4. Bake the lobster for about 10-12 minutes until the meat is opaque and tender.
5. While the lobster is baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it's translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Stir in the minced garlic and Arborio rice, toasting the rice for 1-2 minutes to enhance its flavor.
7. Add the cooking grape juice or broth substitute, stirring until it evaporates.
8. Start adding the warm chicken or vegetable broth one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the liquid to absorb before adding more. Keep this up for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is perfectly tender and creamy.
9. Stir in Parmesan cheese, butter, lemon zest, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
10. To serve, plate the risotto in shallow bowls and place the baked lobster tails on top. Drizzle any remaining lemon butter from the baking dish over the lobster and garnish with fresh parsley.
11. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor!
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