Butter Poached Lobster Tails
A luxurious seafood dish featuring sweet, tender lobster tails poached in rich, buttery garlic sauce, perfect for special occasions or indulgent weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Lobster and Sauce Ingredients
- 8 pieces medium lobster tails (about 140-170 g each, preferably cold water lobster) Fresh lobster is recommended for best results.
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks/about 225 g, for richness) Use good quality to better control seasoning.
- 8-10 cloves garlic, finely chopped Provides depth and aroma to the dish.
- ½ - 1 tsp kosher salt Adjust seasoning to taste.
- ¼ - ½ tsp black pepper Adjust seasoning to taste.
- to taste Fresh lemon and parsley for serving For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut through the top shell of each lobster tail with kitchen shears or a sharp knife, stopping before the tail fan. Pry the shell open gently to expose the lobster meat.
- In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over low heat, ensuring it does not brown.
- Add finely chopped garlic to the melted butter and stir gently, allowing it to infuse for about a minute without browning.
- Season the butter mixture with kosher salt and black pepper to taste, stirring to combine.
Cooking
- Carefully place the prepared lobster tails into the pot, ensuring they are submerged as much as possible.
- Cook the lobster tails gently in the butter for about 5 to 7 minutes, turning them occasionally until the meat is opaque and firm.
- Remove the lobster tails from the pot using a slotted spoon and place them on a serving platter, drizzling some of the garlic butter over the top.
- Garnish with fresh lemon and parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with garlic mashed potatoes or a vibrant salad for a complete meal. Leftovers can be enjoyed cold in a salad or reheated for lunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 500mg
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