Lobster Medallions Recipe with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

Name: Lobster Medallions Recipe with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce - Lobster Order
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lobster tails, split in half and cleaned; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; Juice of 1 lemon

4.7/5 - (7 votes)

Indulge in a gourmet dining experience at home with our Lobster Medallions with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce. This delectable recipe combines succulent lobster medallions with a rich, fragrant lemon garlic butter sauce, creating a dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. In just 25 minutes, you can savor the delicate flavors of lobster, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or a delightful meal any day of the week.

Ingredients:

For the Lobster Medallions:

Twin lobster tails, split in half and cleaned
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1_Prepare the Lobster Medallions:

Using kitchen shears, cut through the top of each lobster tail shell and remove the meat. Cut the lobster meat into medallions, about 1-inch thick.
Season the lobster medallions with salt and pepper.

2_Cook the Lobster Medallions:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lobster medallions to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn opaque and slightly browned.
Remove the lobster medallions from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

3_Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.