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Lobster with Garlic Butter

This classic lobster with garlic butter is a sophisticated high-protein dish that brings the luxury of fine dining into your home kitchen. By par-boiling the lobsters before roasting them in a high-heat oven, the meat remains incredibly tender while absorbing the rich flavours of garlic and fresh flat-leaf parsley. The addition of sea salt and a squeeze of bright lemon enhances the natural sweetness of the seafood, making it a standout choice for a special occasion or an indulgent weekend treat.

Perfect for those seeking a nutritious yet decadent meal, this recipe balances lean protein with the indulgent silkiness of a traditional garlic herb butter. Serve the prepared shells on a warmed platter with extra butter for dipping and some crusty bread to catch every drop of the savoury juices. It is a deceptively simple way to prepare shellfish that guarantees a professional finish every time.

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Ingredients for Lobster with Garlic Butter

  • 2 small garlic cloves

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

  • 2 (575g) live lobsters

  • Garnish: lemon wedges

  • sea salt

  • N/A sea salt

How to make Lobster with Garlic Butter

Preheat oven to 232°C with a large shallow baking pan in upper third.

Mince and mash garlic to a paste with 1/2 teaspoons salt, then stir together with butter and parsley.

Plunge lobsters headfirst into a large pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 5.7L water) and cook, covered, 3 minutes from time they enter water. Transfer with tongs to a plate and let stand 5 minutes. (Lobsters will not be fully cooked.)

Lightly crack claws, then split lobsters lengthwise and discard innards from body cavity.

Remove tail meat from 1 lobster and cut crosswise into 8 pieces. Spread about 2 tablespoons garlic butter in one empty half shell, then fill that shell with all of sliced lobster and dot with 1 tablespoon garlic butter. Spoon about 5 tablespoons garlic butter into other empty half shell (for dipping). Repeat with remaining lobster.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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