Butter-Poached Lobster

Butter-Poached Lobster is a delicious and elegant dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. This recipe will help you create tender, flavorful lobster tails bathed in a rich butter sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a fancy dinner!

Ingredients

• 4 lobster tails
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

1. Prep the Lobster Tails:
   First, grab your kitchen shears. Carefully cut through the top of each lobster shell, but stop at the tail. Gently pull the lobster meat out and place it on top of the shell. Lightly season it with salt and pepper.

2. Make the Butter Sauce:
   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. After it melts, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it smells amazing. Stir in the lemon juice and water. Let this mixture heat up but do not let it boil.

3. Poach the Lobster:
   Now it’s time to poach the lobster! Place the lobster tails into the skillet, making sure the meat is covered in the butter. Cook on low heat for about 5-7 minutes. Baste the lobster with the butter sauce while it cooks. You’ll know it’s done when the lobster meat turns opaque and firm but still tender.

4. Serve:
   Carefully take out the lobster tails from the skillet. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with the extra butter sauce from the pan. Don’t forget to include lemon wedges for a fresh squeeze over the lobster.

Tips to Make Butter-Poached Lobster

• Make sure to buy fresh lobster tails for the best flavor.
• Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the dish.
• If you don’t have kitchen shears, a sharp knife can work too—just be careful!
• Serve the lobster with a side of crusty bread to soak up all that delicious butter sauce.

Enjoy your homemade Butter-Poached Lobster! It’s a simple yet impressive dish that your friends and family will love.