Lobster Tails and Seared Scallops in Garlic Butter Elegance 🦞🦐
Elevate your dinner plans with this luxurious dish of lobster tails and succulent scallops, all drizzled with mouthwatering garlic butter! Your seafood cravings are about to be satisfied!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 lobster tails, 6-8 oz each
- 6 large sea scallops
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika, optional for color
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Lobster Tails:
Begin by preheating your oven to 425F (220C). Using kitchen shears, carefully cut a lengthwise slit in the top shell of each lobster tail. Gently pull the lobster meat away from the shell and rest it on top for a beautiful display. - Make the Garlic Butter:
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper. This mixture will add incredible flavor to your seafood. - Brush the Lobster:
Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat ensuring it’s well-coated for maximum flavor. - Bake the Lobster:
Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet and transfer them to the oven. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the lobster meat turns opaque and lightly golden. - Sear the Scallops:
While the lobster is baking, pat the scallops dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it’s hot. - Cook the Scallops:
Add the scallops to the hot skillet, searing them for about 2-3 minutes on each side until a beautiful golden-brown crust forms. - Finish with Garlic Butter:
In the last minute of cooking, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the pan. Spoon the melted butter ov
