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Creamy garlic lobster tails garnished with herbs on a plate

Easy Creamy Garlic Lobster Tails

A delectable dish featuring succulent lobster meat bathed in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces lobster tails (5 to 6 oz each) Sweet, tender meat offers a luxurious taste.
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Infuses richness and enhances flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds a robust, aromatic quality.
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Provides a hint of smokiness and color.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Elevates and balances the dish.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Brightens the flavors beautifully.
  • 1 tbsp butter (for sauce) Richness to the cream sauce.
  • 1 tbsp flour Helps thicken the sauce for perfect consistency.
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream Gives that luscious creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds depth and umami to the sauce.
  • 1 clove garlic (for sauce, minced) Extra flavor booster for the sauce.
  • to taste Chopped parsley (for garnish) Adds a fresh touch to the plated dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven’s broiler.
  2. Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut the top shell of the lobster tails lengthwise, and pull the meat upward.
  3. In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until cohesive.
  4. Brush the mixture generously over the exposed lobster meat.
Cooking
  1. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and lightly browned.
  2. In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, extra minced garlic, and seasoning until the sauce is smooth.
  5. Spoon the rich cream sauce over the broiled lobster tails and garnish with parsley.

Notes

For enhanced garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the sauce. Save lobster shells to make broth for future recipes. For lighter dish, substitute half of the heavy cream with broth.