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Tender lobster tails gently poached in warm, melted butter infused with garlic and lemon, delivering a luxurious yet simple seafood dinner perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lobster tails (5–6 oz each), thawed if frozen
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne (optional)
  • Fresh chopped parsley or chives, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Thaw lobster tails completely if frozen.
  2. Cut down the top shell of each lobster tail with kitchen shears and lift the meat onto the shell, keeping it attached at the base.
  3. Pat the lobster meat dry with paper towels.
  4. Place a saucepan over very low heat and slowly melt the butter.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes without browning.
  6. Add the lobster tails to the butter with the meat side facing down.
  7. Poach the tails gently for 5–7 minutes, spooning the butter over the meat occasionally.
  8. Flip the tails and cook another 2–3 minutes until the meat is opaque and reaches about 135–1406F.
  9. Remove the lobster tails from the butter, spoon extra butter sauce over them, sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Butter poached lobster tails make a fantastic choice for special dinners like anniversaries or birthdays., Serve with a glass of crisp white wine or bubbly champagne for an elegant meal., Avoid overcooking to keep lobster tender and juicy., Dry the lobster meat well before cooking to prevent slick texture., Use a pan with a wide surface area to easily baste the lobster tails and control butter splatters., Variations include swapping butter for coconut oil or dairy-free butter alternatives for dairy-free diets., Lighten salt by using low-sodium butter or omitting added salt., Store leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and airtight containers in the freezer., Reheat by thawing in the fridge overnight and warming gently with a little butter in a skillet.

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