Description
Experience a luxurious seafood dinner with these Herb-Infused Butter Poached Lobster Tails. Tender lobster meat is gently poached in garlic and herb-infused melted butter, creating an ultra-rich and flavorful dish perfect for an elegant main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 4 lobster tails (4–6 oz each)
Butter Mixture
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 4 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- Lemon wedges
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise down the center, stopping at the tail. Gently lift the meat and rest it on top of the shell without detaching it. Season the lobster meat lightly with salt and pepper.
- Infuse Butter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes to infuse the butter, stirring occasionally.
- Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and reduce the heat to its lowest setting—just enough to keep the butter warm without bubbling.
- Poach Lobster Tails: Carefully add the lobster tails to the butter, placing them meat side down. Poach gently for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the lobster meat is opaque and tender, spooning the warm butter over the lobster as it cooks.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from heat and let the lobster rest for 2 minutes. Serve immediately with extra herb butter, lemon wedges, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use a thermometer to keep the butter temperature between 160–180°F for optimal poaching results, which prevents toughness and yields ultra-tender lobster.
- Serve the lobster tails over creamy risotto, mashed potatoes, or alongside grilled asparagus for a complete meal.
- Ensure the lobster meat is just cooked through; overcooking will make it tough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
