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Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops

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This Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops recipe is a quick, luxurious seafood dish made with tender lobster tails and scallops in a rich garlic-lemon butter sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for special occasions or an elegant weeknight dinner.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared (Stovetop)
  • Cuisine: American, Seafood-Inspired

Ingredients

2 lobster tails (split in half)

8 large sea scallops (patted dry)

Salt & pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp unsalted butter

4 garlic cloves (minced)

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Season the lobster tails and scallops with salt and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear scallops for 2 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Add lobster tails to the skillet, flesh side down. Sear for 2–3 minutes, then flip and cook another 2–3 minutes.

Lower heat to medium, add butter, and melt. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add lemon juice and zest. Return scallops to the skillet.

Spoon garlic butter over the seafood and finish with parsley.

Serve hot.

Notes

Add a splash of white wine to the garlic butter for deeper flavor.

Substitute shrimp for scallops to reduce cost.

Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Serve over pasta, rice, or risotto for a more filling meal.

Avoid microwaving leftovers to maintain seafood texture.

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