Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Bites are a decadent and easy-to-make seafood appetizer or main course featuring tender lobster pieces sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, finished with heavy cream, Parmesan, and a hint of lemon. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a luxurious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Lobster and Sauce
- 1 pound lobster meat (claw, tail, or a mix, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Butter and Garlic: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned to ensure the garlic remains aromatic and flavorful.
- Cook the Lobster: Add the bite-sized lobster meat to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, just until the lobster is warmed through but not overcooked, which keeps the meat tender and juicy.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce gently simmer for 2–3 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the lobster pieces beautifully.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the lobster bites with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over fresh, adding bright citrus notes.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious creamy sauce.
- For a lighter alternative, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half to reduce richness.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference or omit for no heat.
- Use fresh lobster meat for best flavor and tenderness; cooked lobster meat can be used but reduce warming time to prevent toughness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
