Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops
A luxurious dish featuring succulent lobster tails and perfectly seared scallops in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the lobster
- 2 pieces lobster tails Nothing beats fresh lobster for luxury, and it truly elevates the dish.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted This is the heart of the garlic butter sauce—rich and oh-so-flavorful.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic adds incredible aroma and flavor.
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Just a little tang to brighten everything up perfectly.
- 1 tsp paprika Adds a hint of smokiness and color.
- to taste Salt and pepper Staples that bring out the flavors.
- for garnish Fresh parsley Because we eat with our eyes first.
- for serving Lemon wedges A squeeze of fresh lemon just before eating is heavenly.
For the scallops
- 1/2 lb sea scallops, patted dry Succulent and sweet, scallops are delightful when cooked right.
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter More butter never hurts, especially for the scallops.
- 1 tbsp olive oil Helps to sear the scallops perfectly without sticking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven’s broiler.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Gently cut through the top of each lobster tail, running your knife down the center, and pull the meat out slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Generously brush your garlic butter mixture over the lobster tails.
Cooking
- Place the lobster tails in the oven under the broiler and cook for about 8-10 minutes, basting halfway through.
- While the lobster is broiling, pat the scallops dry with paper towels.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the scallops. Let them cook for 2-3 minutes without moving them.
- Gently flip the scallops and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are golden and cooked through.
- Remove the cooked scallops from the pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet, and add a little more minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Add the scallops back into the garlic butter and toss to coat.
Serving
- Arrange the lobster and scallops on a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Make sure your lobster is fresh; it makes a world of difference in flavor. Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking scallops. Adding a splash of white wine to the garlic butter mixture for added flavor is also a great option.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g
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