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Garlic Butter Seafood

Garlic Butter Seafood

Indulge in Garlic Butter Seafood, a luxurious blend of lobster and scallops with rich garlic butter perfect for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lobster tails lobster tails
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to garnish fresh parsley
  • lemon wedges lemon wedges
  • 0.5 lb sea scallops, patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Kitchen shears
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Brush for basting
  • Small mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Using kitchen shears, cut along the top shell of each lobster tail and pull the meat up to rest on top.
  2. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush over lobster meat.
  3. Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for 8-10 minutes, basting with garlic butter halfway through.
  4. In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then sear for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  5. Melt butter in the same skillet, add minced garlic, and cook for about 1 minute. Return the scallops to the pan, coating them with the garlic butter.
  6. Serve lobster tails and scallops on a plate, drizzle with remaining garlic butter, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 38gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the garlic butter for a subtle kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheating gently is recommended. For a healthier version, you can grill the seafood instead of broiling, or use a dairy-free option like vegan butter. Pair with a glass of chilled white wine, such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, for an elegant touch. Enjoy your culinary experience!
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