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Perfect Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Recipe with Easy Lemon Herb Risotto

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A luxurious yet approachable recipe featuring garlic butter lobster tails paired with creamy lemon herb risotto, perfect for special occasions or a fancy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lobster tails (about 6 oz / 170 g each), thawed if frozen
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, kept warm
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, carefully cut down the center of the top shell of each lobster tail, stopping just before the tail fin. Pry open the shell gently and lift the meat, resting it on top of the shell. Set aside.
  2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and set aside.
  3. Cook the Lobster Tails: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place lobster tails meat-side down and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly golden. Flip and brush generously with the garlic butter sauce. Continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes, basting every minute or so, until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
  4. Start the Risotto: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add Arborio Rice: Stir in the rice, coating it with the butter and shallots. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the edges look translucent.
  6. Deglaze with White Wine: Pour in the white wine and stir until mostly absorbed.
  7. Add Warm Broth Gradually: Add 1/2 cup (120 ml) of warm broth and stir frequently until mostly absorbed. Continue adding broth in 1/2 cup increments, stirring often, until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite (al dente), about 18–20 minutes.
  8. Finish the Risotto: Stir in lemon zest, fresh thyme, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
  9. Plate and Serve: Spoon the lemon herb risotto onto plates, top with garlic butter lobster tails, and drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over everything.

Notes

Do not overcook lobster tails to avoid rubbery texture. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Stir risotto frequently for creamy texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Timing lobster and risotto to finish together is key.

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