Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops
This luxurious seafood dish features tender lobster tails and golden-seared scallops, all smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce with lemon and paprika. It’s elegant, flavorful, and surprisingly simple to make.
Ingredients
For the Lobster:
- 2 lobster tails
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Scallops:
- 8 large scallops, cleaned and patted dry
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Lobster Tails:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise to expose the meat.
- Gently lift the meat over the shell but keep it attached at the base.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush lobster meat generously with garlic butter, reserving some for later.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until meat is opaque and cooked through.
2. Cook the Scallops:
- While lobster bakes, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season scallops with salt and pepper.
- Sear for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Combine and Serve:
- Brush cooked lobster with reserved garlic butter.
- Plate lobster with scallops, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Tips:
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
- Stir in a splash of heavy cream for a creamy finish.
- Pat scallops dry to get that perfect sear.