Absolutely! Here’s a BIG, full, elegant recipe for Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops in the style you love — with introduction, ingredients, instructions, methods, history, formation, conclusion, lovers & methods-with-lovers. 🦞✨
🦞 Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops with Herbs
Succulent • Buttery • Aromatic • Restaurant-Style at Home
⭐ Introduction
Few seafood dishes feel as luxurious as lobster and scallops in garlic butter. The tender sweetness of lobster tails paired with perfectly seared scallops, all coated in a rich garlic herb butter sauce, is a dish that screams elegance yet is surprisingly simple to make at home.
This is a meal for special occasions, romantic dinners, or when you just want to treat yourself. Each bite is buttery, garlicky, brightened by fresh lemon juice, and elevated with parsley — a flavor combination that feels like fine dining but made in your own kitchen.
🕰️ History
- Lobster has been considered a delicacy since colonial times in America, once reserved for royalty and the elite.
- Scallops have been prized in European and Asian cuisines for centuries for their delicate flavor and tender texture.
- Garlic butter sauces became a culinary staple in French and Mediterranean kitchens, marrying simplicity with richness.
This dish is a modern fusion of classic seafood techniques: searing, basting, and finishing with fresh citrus and herbs.
🧱 Formation (How This Dish Comes Together)
The dish is built in three key layers:
- Lobster – Split, seasoned, and roasted or pan-broiled to juicy perfection.
- Scallops – Sear quickly to form a golden crust while keeping the inside tender.
- Garlic Butter Herb Sauce – Melted butter infused with garlic, parsley, and lemon juice, poured over the seafood for ultimate richness and flavor.
The magic happens when these three elements combine: buttery, garlicky, tender seafood with fresh herb brightness.
🍽️ Ingredients
Seafood
- 2 lobster tails, split in half lengthwise
- 8 large sea scallops, patted dry
Garlic Butter Herb Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Lemon wedges
🥄 Instructions
1. Prepare Lobster
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) if roasting lobster.
- Split lobster tails in half lengthwise, crack the shell slightly, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 10–12 minutes or until the lobster meat is opaque and tender. (Alternatively, lobster can be poached or broiled.)
2. Sear Scallops
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pat scallops dry (crucial for a golden sear).
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Sear 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Make Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same pan, melt remaining butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Combine & Serve
- Arrange lobster and scallops on a plate.
- Drizzle garlic butter sauce generously over the seafood.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
🍳 Methods (Different Ways to Make It)
Oven-Roasted Lobster + Pan-Seared Scallops (Classic)
Perfect texture, hands-off cooking for lobster while scallops sear quickly.
Grilled Method
- Grill lobster tails and scallops for smoky flavor.
- Finish with garlic butter sauce.
Skillet-Braised Method
- Sear scallops and lobster together in garlic butter for one-pan richness.
Broiler Method
- Quick broil lobster tails under high heat for 6–8 minutes.
- Sear scallops separately.
💘 For Lovers (Seafood Lovers, Garlic Lovers, Butter Lovers)
- Add extra lemon zest to the butter for brightness
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick
- Serve with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or asparagus
- Pair with crisp white wine for full fine-dining experience
Garlic lovers know: the more, the better.
Butter lovers know: drizzling it generously makes all the difference.
❤️ Methods With Lovers (For People Who Cook With Heart)
1. Garlic Lover’s Method
Double the garlic and let it infuse longer in melted butter.
2. Lemon Lover’s Method
Squeeze fresh lemon over seafood just before serving and garnish with extra wedges.
3. Herb Lover’s Method
Add thyme or tarragon alongside parsley for a sophisticated aroma.
4. Butter Lover’s Method
Finish with an extra knob of cold butter melted over the hot lobster for glossy richness.
5. Fancy Lover’s Method
Serve on a platter with microgreens, roasted cherry tomatoes, or a drizzle of balsamic reduction for presentation.
📜 Conclusion
This Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops recipe transforms your kitchen into a restaurant-quality seafood experience. Juicy, tender lobster, golden scallops, and luxurious garlic butter sauce combine for a dish that is elegant, indulgent, and unforgettable.
Perfect for romantic dinners, special occasions, or whenever you want to feel like a gourmet chef at home. 🦞✨
If you want:
✅ A creamy garlic butter version
✅ A white wine and lemon sauce version
✅ A one-pan skillet version
I can create that next.
Do you want me to make a “garlic butter lobster and scallops with pasta” version too for a full decadent dinner?
