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Baked Lobster Tails with Garlic Herb Butter Sauce and Mashed Potatoes

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This elegant dish combines tender baked lobster tails drizzled with a rich garlic herb butter sauce and served alongside creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a date night, holiday meal, or any special occasion, it’s surprisingly easy to make and full of decadent flavor.

Ingredients

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For the lobster tails:

  • 4 lobster tails (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

For the mashed potatoes:

  • 2 pounds (900 g) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream or milk (warmed)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

For the mashed potatoes:

  1. Cook the potatoes:
    • Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  2. Mash the potatoes:
    • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and warmed cream or milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cover and keep warm.

For the lobster tails:

  1. Prepare the lobster tails:
    • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
    • Using kitchen shears, cut down the center of the top shell of each lobster tail, stopping at the tail fan. Gently pull the shell apart and lift the meat slightly, resting it on top of the shell for a beautiful presentation.
  2. Make the garlic herb butter sauce:
    • In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Brush the lobster:
    • Place the prepared lobster tails on the baking sheet. Brush the garlic herb butter sauce generously over the lobster meat. Reserve some sauce for serving.
  4. Bake the lobster:
    • Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and slightly firm to the touch. The internal temperature should reach 140°F (60°C).

To serve:

  • Plate the lobster tails alongside a generous scoop of mashed potatoes. Drizzle the remaining garlic herb butter sauce over the lobster and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges for extra flavor.

Notes

  • For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes into the garlic herb butter.
  • If desired, broil the lobster tails for the last 2 minutes of cooking for a lightly charred finish.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently to avoid overcooking.

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