Garlic Butter Lobster Tail & Scallops

Garlic Butter Lobster Tail & Scallops

A luxurious duo of buttery lobster tails and golden-seared scallops — drizzled with garlic lemon butter for the ultimate seafood indulgence. Perfect for date nights, anniversaries, or any time you want to bring restaurant elegance to your table.

Ingredients

2 lobster tails (about 6 oz each), butterflied

1 lb sea scallops, patted dry

6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt & pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

Prep the Lobster

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Butterfly lobster tails by cutting through the top shell and gently pulling the meat up to rest on top.

Garlic Butter Mix

In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, paprika, and lemon juice. Brush generously over lobster tails.

Bake Lobster

Arrange tails on a baking sheet and bake 12–15 minutes, until meat is opaque and tender.

Sear the Scallops

Season scallops with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear scallops 2–3 minutes per side, until golden.

Finish with Garlic Butter

Drizzle remaining garlic butter over scallops, cooking 1 extra minute for maximum flavor.

Serve & Garnish

Plate lobster tails and scallops together. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 430

Fat: 24g

Carbs: 4g

Protein: 48g

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 20 min | Serves: 2