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Easy Creamy Garlic Lobster Tails

A luxurious yet simple dish featuring succulent lobster tails in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lobster tails (fresh or thawed if frozen)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Carefully cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise using kitchen shears. For added presentation, gently pull the lobster meat up slightly so it sits on top of the shell.
Sauté the Garlic
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to brown the garlic.
Make the Creamy Sauce
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice into the skillet, stirring constantly. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if desired.
Coat the Lobster
  1. Place the lobster tails in a baking dish and brush them generously with the creamy garlic sauce. Reserve some sauce for serving.
Bake
  1. Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
Serve
  1. Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the lobster tails and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.