Description
This Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails recipe offers a luxurious and easy-to-make seafood dish. Lobster tails are baked with a rich sauce of garlic, butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice to create a decadent, flavorful meal perfect for special occasions or an indulgent dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Lobster Tails
- 2 lobster tails
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, carefully cut the top of the lobster shells lengthwise to expose the meat. Gently pull the meat out of the shell and lay it on top, which is called “deveining.” This helps the lobster cook evenly and makes it easier to eat.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste and remove from heat.
- Bake the Lobster: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet and spoon the creamy garlic butter sauce evenly over the meat. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the lobster tails from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately, optionally with lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the lobster tails to maintain tenderness and prevent rubbery texture.
- The garlic butter sauce can be prepared ahead and gently reheated before baking with the lobster.
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor and vibrant garnish.
- Serve with crusty bread or steamed vegetables for a full meal.
