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Butter-Poached Lobster Tails with Risotto


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  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A luxurious and elegant butter-poached lobster tails served over creamy risotto, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special treat.


Ingredients

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  • 4 lobster tails
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, kept warm
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C).
  2. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat and add minced garlic and lemon juice.
  3. Season lobster tails with salt and pepper and place them in a baking dish.
  4. Pour the butter mixture over the lobster tails and cover with foil.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally, until the meat is opaque and tender.
  6. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent (3-4 minutes).
  7. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  8. Stir in Arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes, coating the rice.
  9. Pour in white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until absorbed.
  10. Add warm broth one cup at a time, stirring frequently, until creamy and tender (about 18-20 minutes).
  11. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  12. Plate risotto and top with a butter-poached lobster tail, drizzling some poaching butter over the top.
  13. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh lobster tails. Ensure not to overcook the lobster to keep it tender.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 700
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 24g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg