Ingredients:
โ 4 lobster tails, shells removed and meat cleaned
โ 2 tablespoons olive oil
โ 1 teaspoon paprika
โ 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
โ 1/4 teaspoon salt
โ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:
โ 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
โ 3 garlic cloves, minced
โ 1/2 cup heavy cream
โ 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
โ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
โ 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
โ Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
1. *Prepare the Lobster Tails:*
โ Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
โ Pat the lobster tails dry and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
โ Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lobster tails for 2 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
2. *Make the Sauce:*
โ In the same skillet, melt the butter and sautรฉ the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
โ Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. *Bake the Lobster Tails:*
โ Spoon some of the sauce over the lobster tails and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the lobster tails are cooked through and tender.
4. *Serve:*
โ Drizzle more sauce over the lobster tails and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Prep time: 10 minutes, Cooking time: 15 minutes, Servings: 4, Calories: ~320 kcal per serving.
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