Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter
LobsterSeafoodMedium

Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter

4.8(71 reviews)

A gorgeous seafood classic that brings the ocean's best flavors straight to your home dining table.

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

Ingredients

Servings6
Lobster tails
Butter
Garlic
Paprika
Lemon juice
Parsley

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Step 1

Rinse the fresh seafood under cold running water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Mince garlic, chop fresh herbs, and slice lemon wedges.

2

Step 2

Season the seafood generously on all sides with salt, fresh black pepper, and your chosen spices (e.g. paprika, Old Bay, or cajun seasoning).

3

Step 3

Heat olive oil and butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat (or preheat the grill/oven).

4

Step 4

Add the seasoned seafood to the pan. Sear fish for 4-5 minutes per side, or cook shrimp and scallops for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through.

5

Step 5

Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot immediately with your favorite sides!

Nutritional Profile

Calculated value per serving. Standard values based on standard culinary guidelines.

Energy Calories

367 kcal

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Protein24g
Carbs1g
Fat4g

Recipe Specs

Yield Servings6 people
Cooking SkillMedium
Category TagLobster
ThemeSeafood

Dietary Tags

Gluten-FreeKeto

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