Description
Succulent lobster tails bathed in a silky garlic butter sauce elevate seafood indulgence to new heights. Culinary magic unfolds as delicate flavors mingle, promising a luxurious dining experience you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Seafood Ingredients:
- 4 lobster tails
- 1/2 lb fresh lobster meat
Butter and Dairy:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Butterfly the lobster tails carefully by cutting down the center of the shell’s back using kitchen shears, gently separating the meat from the shell while keeping it attached at the base.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, preparing a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for even cooking.
- Mince garlic cloves finely and combine with softened butter, creating a fragrant garlic compound butter mixture.
- Whisk heavy cream, cream cheese, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice into the garlic butter, creating a smooth, rich sauce.
- Carefully spread the butterflied lobster tails open, brushing the entire surface generously with the creamy garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle paprika over the prepared lobster tails for added depth of flavor and visual appeal.
- Place the prepared lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat turns opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 140-145°F.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving, adding a bright, fresh finish to the luxurious dish.
Notes
- Precise shell cutting prevents tearing the delicate lobster meat during butterflying process.
- Use room temperature butter for smoother, more evenly distributed compound butter mixture.
- Select fresh, high-quality lobster tails for best texture and flavor results.
- For low-carb version, replace cream cheese with additional heavy cream or Greek yogurt to maintain creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg