Decadent Garlic Butter Lobster Bites with Saffron Mash 🦞🥔
Ingredients:
For the Lobster Bites:
- 1 lb lobster tail meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish
For the Saffron Mash:
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- A pinch of saffron threads
- Salt to taste
Directions:
1. **Prepare Saffron Mash:**
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, warm the heavy cream and saffron threads over low heat for 5 minutes to infuse the cream with saffron flavor.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them. Add the saffron-infused cream, butter, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
2. **Cook Lobster Bites:**
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the lobster pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and golden.
- Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute.
3. **Assemble:**
- Spoon the saffron mash onto plates and top with the garlic butter lobster bites.
- Drizzle the pan juices over the dish and garnish with chopped chives.
This indulgent dish is perfect for a special occasion or whenever you're craving something luxurious!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Kcal: 370 per serving