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Butter Poached Lobster Tails

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Poaching
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Indulge in the elegance of butter poached lobster tails, a dish that transforms any dining experience into something extraordinary with tender lobster enveloped in buttery goodness.


Ingredients

  • 4 lobster tails
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Fresh herbs, such as thyme or parsley, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Fill a pot with water and add salt, then bring to a boil.
  2. Place the lobster tails in the pot and cook for about 3-5 minutes until they turn bright red.
  3. Remove the lobster tails and let them cool slightly.
  4. While cooling, in a separate saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  5. Once melted, add the lobster tails to the butter, ensuring they are fully coated.
  6. Gently poach the lobster tails in the butter for about 8-10 minutes, until fully cooked and tender.
  7. Add lemon juice to the butter sauce for extra flavor.
  8. Serve the lobster tails drizzled with the buttery sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

For added flavor, consider including garlic or shallots while melting the butter.