Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Butter Poached Lobster Tails with this ultimate recipe. Tender lobster tails are gently cooked in a rich butter bath infused with aromatic herbs, creating a decadent and elegant seafood dish that is perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Lobster Tails:
- 4 lobster tails, thawed if frozen
Poaching Butter:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 garlic clove, smashed
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 sprig fresh tarragon (optional)
- Salt to taste
Serving:
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Cut down the center of the lobster tail shells, remove the meat, and place it back on the shell.
- Make Poaching Butter: In a saucepan, combine water and butter over low heat. Whisk to emulsify and add garlic, thyme, and tarragon. Keep the temperature between 160–180°F.
- Poach Lobster Tails: Add lobster tails to the butter and poach for 6-8 minutes, basting occasionally.
- Serve: Remove lobster tails, let rest, and serve with lemon wedges and infused butter.
Notes
- Use a thermometer to monitor butter temperature for best results.
- Leftover butter can be reused for other dishes.
- Great with pasta, risotto, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
