Butter Garlic Lobster Tails with Creamy Mashed Pot
Ingredients
- Lobster Tails200–250 g each
- Unsalted Butter, melted3 tbsp
- Garlic, minced3 cloves
- Paprika½ tsp
- Pepper½ tsp
- Salt½ tsp
- Chopped Parsley (for garnish)1 tbsp
- Potatoes, peeled and cubed500 g
- Heavy Cream (warm)¼ cup
- Freshly ground black pepper1 tbsp
- Lemon Juice1 tbsp
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Place cubed potatoes in salted water and boil for 15–20 minutes, until tender.
- Mash: Drain and mash with butter and warm cream until smooth.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Prepare the lobster: Cut the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise and gently pull the meat slightly out, resting it on top of the shell.
- Make garlic butter: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush: Generously brush the lobster meat with the garlic butter mixture.
Cook:
Option 1 – Broil: Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for 8–10 minutes, until opaque and slightly golden.
Option 2 – Pan sear: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of butter, and cook the lobster meat for 3–4 minutes per side, basting with the remaining garlic butter.
Serve: Place the lobster tails over mashed potatoes, drizzle extra garlic butter on top, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Recipes are for general inspiration and may not fit every dietary need. Consult a professional for medical or allergy-related guidance.
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