Keto Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

By: Rabia

Tender lobster tails smothered in a luscious garlic butter cream sauce — a restaurant-quality dish you can make at home in just 20 minutes.

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Servings & Timing

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

  • Total Time: 20 minutes

  • Yield: 4 servings

Dietary Badges:
✔ Keto-Friendly
✔ Low-Carb
✔ Gluten-Free
✔ Gourmet-Style

🛒 Ingredients

  • 4 lobster tails (thawed if frozen)

  • ½ cup unsalted butter

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • ½ tsp lemon juice

  • Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • ½ cup shredded parmesan or gruyère (optional, highly recommended)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prep Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut down the top shell lengthwise. Gently lift lobster meat out, resting it on top of the shell while still attached at the base.

  2. Make the Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, cooking for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

  3. Assemble: Place lobster tails in a baking dish. Spoon sauce generously over each. Sprinkle with shredded cheese if using.

  4. Broil: Broil on high for 7–10 minutes, until lobster is opaque and lightly golden.

  5. Serve: Garnish with parsley and cracked black pepper. Pair with bread, roasted vegetables, or a light salad.

Notes:

  • For even cooking, use tails similar in size.

  • Keep an eye while broiling—lobster can overcook quickly.

Introduction

If you’ve ever wanted to bring fine dining home, this Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce is the recipe to try. Rich, indulgent, and packed with flavor, this dish is surprisingly simple yet feels like something you’d order at a high-end restaurant. Perfect for date nights, holidays, or when you want to impress without stress.

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Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1 – Prepare Lobster Tails
Butterflying the tails not only makes them beautiful but ensures they cook evenly.

Step 2 – Garlic Butter Cream Sauce
The sauce is a simple mix of butter, cream, garlic, and lemon, simmered until slightly thick.

Step 3 – Broil to Perfection
High heat cooks the lobster quickly, locking in juiciness. The optional cheese topping adds a golden crust.

Step 4 – Garnish & Serve
A sprinkle of parsley and cracked pepper adds freshness and balance to the richness.

Ingredient Details & Substitutions

  • Lobster Tails: Fresh or frozen (thawed) both work. Cold-water lobster tails are sweeter than warm-water.

  • Butter: Unsalted is best; if using salted, reduce added salt.

  • Cheese: Parmesan adds nutty depth; Gruyère makes it extra creamy. Both are optional but elevate the dish.

  • Cream: Heavy cream keeps the sauce silky; half-and-half works but won’t thicken as well.

Variations & Serving Suggestions

  • Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

  • Surf & Turf: Serve alongside a grilled steak for the ultimate date-night dinner.

  • Light Pairing: Pair with asparagus, zucchini noodles, or a crisp Caesar salad.

  • Carb-Friendly Option: Serve with crusty bread or buttery mashed potatoes.

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 2 days.

  • Reheat: Warm gently on the stovetop or in the oven at low heat. Avoid microwaving to prevent rubbery texture.

  • Make-Ahead: Sauce can be made up to 1 day in advance and refrigerated. Reheat gently before spooning over lobster.

FAQs

Q: Can I bake instead of broil?
A: Yes, bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes. Broiling gives a better golden finish, though.

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Q: How do I know when lobster is done?
A: The flesh turns opaque and firm, and internal temp should reach 140–145°F.

Q: Do I have to add cheese?
A: No, but it takes the sauce to the next level with richness and caramelized flavor.

Personal Note

This recipe always feels like a celebration. It’s decadent, yet so simple to make. Every time I serve it, people are surprised it came from my kitchen and not a fancy restaurant. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it for every special occasion.

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