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Golden Butter-Poached Lobster Tails

Golden Butter-Poached Lobster Tails for Effortless Elegance

Experience the luxury of Golden Butter-Poached Lobster Tails, a perfect blend of tender meat and zesty lemon in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 tails
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster
  • 2 tails Fresh Lobster Tails Look for firm, vibrant tails for the best quality.
For the Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Provides creamy richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds brightness and balance.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings for flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Adds color and subtle herbal flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare fresh lobster tails by thawing if frozen. Chop fresh parsley and measure unsalted butter and lemon juice.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a skillet over low heat for about 3-5 minutes until creamy.
  3. Stir in fresh lemon juice, along with a pinch of salt and pepper, until well combined.
  4. Carefully add lobster tails to the butter mixture and poach for about 8-10 minutes until meat is opaque and firm.
  5. Remove lobster tails from skillet, drizzle with butter sauce, and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tailCalories: 300kcalProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh lobster tails for best results and serve immediately after poaching for optimal texture.

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