Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops Recipe

Here’s a mouthwatering Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops recipe — a luxurious seafood dish that’s surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for a special dinner or date night!

🦞 Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops Recipe

Ingredients:

• Lobster tails – 2, split in half lengthwise

• Sea scallops – 8–10 large, patted dry

• Unsalted butter – 6 tbsp

• Garlic – 4 cloves, minced

• Lemon juice – 1 tbsp (plus lemon wedges for serving)

• White wine – 1/4 cup (optional, or use seafood stock)

• Fresh parsley – chopped, for garnish

• Salt and pepper – to taste

• Paprika – optional, for color

• Olive oil – 1 tbsp

Instructions:

1. Prep the Lobster:

   • Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise. Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and a little paprika for color.

2. Sear the Scallops:

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

   • Sear scallops 2–3 minutes per side until golden and opaque in the center. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook the Lobster:

   • In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp butter.

   • Place lobster tails flesh-side down and cook 3–4 minutes until lightly browned.

   • Flip and add minced garlic; cook 1–2 more minutes.

4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • Add remaining butter, lemon juice, and white wine to the skillet.

   • Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

   • Return scallops to the pan and spoon sauce over them.

5. Garnish and Serve:

   • Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

   • Pairs perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

🍽️ Tips:

• Dry scallops well to get that perfect sear.

• Don’t overcook seafood – lobster and scallops become r