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### 🛒 **Ingredients**
* 2–4 lobster tails, thawed if frozen
* 4 tbsp unsalted butter
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 cup heavy cream
* 1/4 cup white wine (optional, or use seafood stock)
* 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra richness)
* Juice of 1/2 lemon
* Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
* Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
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### 👨🍳 **How to Make Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails**
#### 1. **Prep the Lobster Tails**
Using kitchen shears, carefully cut through the top shell of each lobster tail and gently lift the meat over the shell (but leave it attached at the base). This presentation not only looks beautiful but helps the lobster cook evenly.
#### 2. **Sear the Lobster**
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the lobster tails meat-side down and sear for 2–3 minutes until slightly golden. Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
#### 3. **Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce**
In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in the wine and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan (if using), lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
#### 4. **Finish the Lobster**
Return the lobster tails to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes, or until lobster is fully cooked through and opaque.
#### 5. **Garnish & Serve**
Top with fresh herbs and serve immediately, with extra sauce spooned over each tail.
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### 🍽️ **Serving Suggestions**
* Serve over **buttery mashed potatoes**, **linguine**, or **creamy risotto**
* Add a side of **roasted asparagus**, **garlic green beans**, or **steamed broccolini**
* Pair with **crusty bread** to soak up every drop of sauce
* Pop a bottle of **chilled Chardonnay or sparkling wine** for the ultimate pairing
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### 💡 **Tips & Variations**
* 🧈 **No cream?** Use half-and-half for a lighter version, or coconut milk for a dairy-free twist.
* 🌶️ **Want a little heat?** Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.
* 🦐 **Swap it up:** This sauce works beautifully with shrimp or scallops too.
* 🕰️ **Don’t overcook!** Lobster should be opaque and just barely firm to the touch.
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### ❤️ **Final Thoughts**
**Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails** are proof that a few simple ingredients, when treated with care, can create something truly extraordinary. Velvety, luxurious, and packed with flavor, this dish is made for moments that call for something special. Whether you’re celebrating or just in the mood to spoil yourself, this recipe promises indulgence with every single bite.
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