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For a garlic butter lobster tail and scallops feast, the key ingredients shine. You need 4 lobster tails and 8 large sea scallops. These seafood choices offer rich flavors and textures. The unsalted butter is crucial for making the garlic butter sauce. You will also need 6 cloves of garlic, minced finely for that strong garlic taste.

Garlic Butter Lobster Tail & Scallops Feast 🦞🧈

Impress your guests with a stunning garlic butter lobster tail and scallops feast! This blog post shares essential ingredients, easy cooking techniques, and the perfect recipe for a rich garlic butter sauce that enhances the flavors of your seafood. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you’ll find tips to elevate your dish and presentation. Dive into a delicious culinary adventure and explore all the tantalizing recipes waiting for you!
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Ingredients
  

4 lobster tails

8 large sea scallops

1/2 cup unsalted butter

6 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions
 

Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

      Prepare the lobster tails by placing them on a cutting board. Using kitchen scissors, cut the top of the shell down to the tail end. Carefully pull the meat out slightly, spreading it over the shell, while keeping it attached at the base. This will help it cook evenly and allow for better butter application.

        Place the lobster tails in a baking dish and brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture.

          Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, add a little olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a nice golden crust.

            After searing, place the cooked scallops in the baking dish alongside the lobster tails, brushing them with the remaining garlic butter.

              Bake everything in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the lobster is opaque and the scallops are firm.

                Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve the lobster and scallops on a large platter with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing. Drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over the seafood for an elegant finish. Enjoy!