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Butter Poached Lobster Recipe

Butter Poached Lobster Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 people
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Stovetop

Description

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Butter Poached Lobster. This decadent dish features tender lobster tails bathed in a rich buttery sauce, infused with garlic and savory seasonings.


Ingredients

12 tablespoons butter (1.5 sticks)

6 medium lobster tails

4 cloves garlic, minced

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

parsley and lemon wedges for serving (optional)


Instructions

  1. Prepare Lobster Tails: Crack ribs, cut underside, and remove meat from shells. Save shells for stock.
  2. Remove Vein: If needed, remove digestive tract from tails.
  3. Season Lobster Tails: Pat dry, season with salt and pepper.
  4. Butter Poaching: Melt butter, sauté garlic, cook lobster meat on each side until opaque.
  5. Finish and Serve: Squeeze lemon, garnish with parsley, and serve with butter sauce.

Notes

  • Quick thaw lobster tails by soaking in ice water.
  • If leaving tails in shells, cut in half lengthwise.
  • Cook low and slow to prevent overcooking.
  • Check lobster doneness with a thermometer (140°F).
  • Adjust salt to taste based on butter used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lobster tail with butter sauce
  • Calories: Approx. 350 kcal
  • Sugar: Negligible
  • Sodium: Varies based on added salt
  • Fat: Approx. 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Negligible
  • Fiber: Negligible
  • Protein: Approx. 20g
  • Cholesterol: Varies based on lobster size