Butter Poached Lobster Tails Recipe
Butter Poached Lobster Tails are a luxurious seafood dish where lobster tails are gently cooked in a flavorful butter, garlic, and herb infusion. This method ensures tender, juicy lobster meat with a rich and aromatic taste, perfect for an elegant meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 2 lobster tails (5 to 6 ounces each)
Butter Poaching Mixture
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), a few sprigs
- Juice from half a lemon
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Thaw the lobster tails in cold water if they are frozen, then pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Melt Butter and Infuse Flavor: In a saucepan set over low heat, melt the unsalted butter gently. Add the minced garlic and fresh herbs to the melting butter, stirring occasionally to infuse the flavors without browning the butter.
- Add Lemon Juice: Once the butter is fully melted and aromatic, stir in the fresh lemon juice to add brightness to the butter sauce.
- Poach Lobster Tails: Submerge the lobster tails completely in the warm butter mixture. Poach them gently over low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the lobster meat reaches 140°F (60°C), ensuring they remain tender and juicy.
- Rest and Season: Remove the lobster tails from the butter and let them rest briefly. Season with sea salt to taste and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh lobster tails for the best texture and flavor; if frozen, thaw properly before cooking.
- Keep the heat low to avoid burning the butter during poaching.
- Internal temperature of lobster should reach 140°F (60°C) to ensure safe and perfectly cooked meat.
- Extra poaching butter can be strained and used as a rich dipping sauce or for other seafood dishes.
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