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Indulgent Butter-Seared Lobster Tails with Garlic Cream Sauce

Savor the luxurious taste of seared lobster tails enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce that is sure to impress your dinner guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lobster Preparation
  • 2 tails Lobster Tails
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
Garlic Cream Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup White Wine
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (Thyme, Parsley)
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Pat the lobster tails dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Cooking
  1. Place the lobster tails in the skillet, cut side down, and sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. Move the lobster to one side of the pan, then add butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  4. Deglaze the pan with white wine; let it reduce for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. Allow the sauce to thicken for a couple of minutes.
  6. Return the lobster to the pan, sprinkle with red pepper flakes, and add a squeeze of lemon juice to taste.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet. For best texture, thaw frozen lobster tails overnight in the fridge.