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Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops

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Elegant and flavorful, this Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops dish combines tender seafood with a rich garlic butter sauce for a luxurious, restaurant-quality meal made easily at home.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 lobster tails, split and cleaned
  • 8 large sea scallops, patted dry
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup white wine, pinch of crushed red pepper

Instructions

  1. Season lobster tails and scallops with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add scallops and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and just opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Place lobster tails shell side down in the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes, basting with garlic butter. Add white wine if using.
  6. Return scallops to the pan. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
  7. Serve immediately with your choice of side.

Notes

  • Ensure seafood is dry before searing to get a golden crust.
  • Use a splash of wine for added depth of flavor.
  • Pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
  • Best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat gently in a skillet with butter; avoid microwaving.

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