Description
Succulent Butter Poached Lobster Tails elevate seafood elegance with French-inspired culinary artistry. Delicate ocean treasures bathe in rich, velvety butter, promising a luxurious dining experience you’ll savor to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 2 lobster tails (56 ounces / 1.59 kilograms each)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives or parsley, chopped
Liquid and Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Extra lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Carefully butterfly the lobster tails using sharp kitchen shears, slicing through the top shell while maintaining the connection at the base. Delicately lift the tender meat, keeping it partially attached, and season with a gentle sprinkle of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a splash of bright lemon juice.
- Create a luxurious poaching liquid by warming water in a saucepan over gentle heat. Methodically incorporate butter cubes, whisking continuously to achieve a silky, emulsified sauce. Infuse the liquid with minced garlic, fragrant lemon zest, and aromatic thyme, allowing the flavors to meld for a brief moment.
- Maintain the butter sauce at a precise temperature between 160-180F, ensuring it remains warm without aggressive bubbling. Carefully nestle the seasoned lobster tails into the velvety liquid, gently bathing them and periodically spooning the flavored butter over the delicate meat. Monitor the cooking process, looking for the meat to transform into a beautiful opaque hue and develop a subtle firmness.
- Once perfectly cooked, extract the lobster tails from their buttery bath with precision. Adorn the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives or verdant parsley. Accompany the lobster with vibrant lemon wedges, creamy mashed potatoes, or charred grilled asparagus. For the ultimate indulgence, cascade the remaining aromatic butter sauce over the succulent lobster meat.
Notes
- Select high-quality, fresh lobster tails from cold waters for the most tender and sweet meat, ensuring a luxurious dining experience.
- Use unsalted butter to control seasoning and allow precise flavor management during the poaching process.
- Keep butter sauce temperature consistent by using a digital thermometer, preventing overcooking and maintaining the delicate texture of lobster meat.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives like olive oil or clarified butter for lactose-intolerant guests, which still provide rich flavor and smooth poaching technique.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 1000
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 3000 mg
- Fat: 110 g
- Saturated Fat: 70 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 40 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg