Garlic Butter Lobster (Printable Format)
Juicy lobster tails paired with seared scallops, all drizzled in creamy garlic butter. A fancy seafood treat that’s easy to prepare.
# Needed Ingredients:
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1/2 lb sea scallops, dried well.
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2 lobster tails.
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Salt and black pepper to your liking.
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1 tablespoon olive oil.
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
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Fresh parsley leaves for topping.
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Lemon pieces to serve with.
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1 teaspoon paprika.
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1/4 cup melted unsalted butter.
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1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice.
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3 garlic cloves, minced.
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Fresh parsley to garnish.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
# Preparation Steps:
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Dry scallops with paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan and sear them for 2 or 3 minutes on each side. Take them out once done.
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Using kitchen scissors, slice the shell down the middle and gently lift the meat, leaving the base attached. Rest the meat on the shell.
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Combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the lobster meat with the mixture using a brush.
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Place under a broiler for 8-10 minutes until the meat becomes white and firm. Midway through, brush with more garlic butter.
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Melt butter in the same frying pan, cook garlic for about a minute, then toss the scallops back in to coat them.
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Add parsley on top and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
# Supplementary Details:
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Dry the scallops thoroughly for a good sear.
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Crushed red pepper flakes make this dish spicy if you want.
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Serve as soon as you're done for the best texture.
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Perfect choice for a fancy evening.
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Gives that upscale restaurant vibe.
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Don’t nudge scallops while browning them.