🦞 Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Indulge in succulent lobster tails smothered in a rich, buttery, and garlicky cream sauce. This elegant dish is quick, easy, and perfect for a special dinner!
Ingredients:
🦞 For the Lobster Tails:
4 lobster tails, split in half lengthwise
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
🥛 For the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Lobster Tails:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise using kitchen shears.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Brush the mixture over the lobster meat.
2️⃣ Bake the Lobster:
Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet, meat side up.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and tender.
3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in red pepper flakes (if using), heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest.
Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
4️⃣ Combine & Serve:
Remove the baked lobster tails and spoon the creamy garlic butter sauce over them.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Enjoy these decadent, restaurant-style Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails with a side of buttery mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or garlic bread! 🦞✨