Description
This Lobster Scampi recipe features succulent lobster tossed in a rich and savory garlic butter sauce, perfect for a special occasion or an indulgent meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lobsters, about 1.5 pounds each
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the lobsters and cook for 8-10 minutes until they turn bright red. Remove and let cool.
- Once cooled, remove the meat from the tails and claws, chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and add the red pepper flakes, stirring to combine.
- Add the lobster meat to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For an enhanced flavor, consider adding lemon juice or zest to the garlic butter.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dish
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg