Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Ingredients

For the Lobster

• 2–4 lobster tails
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🔪 Instructions

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Cut the top of each lobster shell down the center and lift the meat to sit on top of the shell.
3. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Brush the mixture generously over the lobster meat.

2. Bake the Lobster

1. Place lobster tails on a baking tray.
2. Bake for 10–12 minutes, depending on size, until the meat is opaque and firm.

3. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

1. Heat a pan over medium and melt 2 tbsp butter.
2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
3. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
4. Add Parmesan, lemon juice, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
5. Cook until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened.

4. Combine & Serve

1. Spoon the creamy garlic butter sauce over the hot lobster tails.
2. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
3. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or crusty bread.