Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter
Discover a refined yet surprisingly simple festive recipe: lobster tail with garlic butter. The tender, sweet flesh of the crustacean is elevated by an aioli butter infused with garlic, enhanced with lemon and parsley. This dish, which highlights the product without masking it, is perfect for a special occasion. The butterfly technique ensures even cooking and a spectacular presentation. The garlic butter, prepared with care, delicately coats the lobster for a tender and flavorful result. With just 15 minutes of prep and 12 minutes of cooking, you get an exceptional dish. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and pair with a dry white wine. A culinary experience that will impress your guests.
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1. Prepare tails: Thaw frozen tails in the fridge. Preheat oven broil to 220°C. Cut the shell lengthwise and butterfly by detaching the meat without removing it.
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2. Garlic butter: Melt butter over low heat. Add chopped garlic and infuse for 2-3 minutes without browning. Off heat, stir in lemon juice, paprika (optional), salt and pepper.
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3. Cooking: Place tails on a baking sheet. Brush meat with 2/3 of the butter. Broil on high rack for 8-12 minutes until meat is opaque and lightly golden.
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4. Serving: Remove from oven, drizzle with remaining butter and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- Butterfly cut: This technique ensures even cooking. If uncomfortable, simply cut the tail in half lengthwise.
- Monitoring: One extra minute can make the meat rubbery. It should be just opaque. A thermometer can help (60-63°C).
- Garlic butter: Do not let the garlic brown to avoid bitterness and preserve the lobster's delicacy.
- Frozen: Use high-quality raw frozen tails for best results.
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