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Instructions
1. Prepare the Seafood
- Fill a large pot with water and add sea salt and Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a boil.
- Add the crab legs and cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through.
- For the lobster tails, use kitchen scissors to cut the top of the shell lengthwise, exposing the meat. Gently lift the meat slightly out of the shell for easy cooking.
2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice, parsley, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let it simmer for another minute.
3. Cook the Lobster Tails
Option 1: Oven-Baked (Broiled) Lobster Tails
- Preheat oven to broil (high setting).
- Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and brush generously with garlic butter sauce.
- Broil for 7-10 minutes, until the meat is opaque and slightly golden on top.
Option 2: Pan-Seared Lobster Tails
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons garlic butter sauce.
- Place the lobster tails meat-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes, basting with more garlic butter.
4. Assemble & Serve
- Arrange the lobster tails and crab legs on a large serving platter.
- Drizzle extra garlic butter sauce over the seafood.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Enjoy with your favorite sides and extra melted butter for dipping!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Rich & Flavorful – The garlic butter sauce enhances the natural sweetness of the seafood.
✔ Restaurant-Quality at Home – Enjoy a five-star seafood feast without the hefty price tag.
✔ Quick & Easy – Ready in 30 minutes with minimal effort.
✔ Perfect for Special Occasions – Ideal for date nights, celebrations, or seafood lovers.
✔ Customizable – Works with shrimp, scallops, or even mussels!
Tips for the Best Lobster & Crab Feast
✅ Use Fresh Seafood – The fresher the lobster and crab, the better the flavor.
✅ Don’t Overcook – Lobster and crab meat become tough if overcooked. Cook just until opaque.
✅ Baste with Butter – Keep the seafood moist and flavorful by basting with garlic butter.
✅ Serve with Dipping Sauces – Try garlic aioli, lemon butter, or Cajun butter for extra flavor.
✅ Pair with the Right Sides – Serve with corn, potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Delicious Variations
🔥 Spicy Cajun Lobster & Crab – Add Cajun seasoning to the garlic butter sauce for a bold kick.
🍷 White Wine Garlic Butter – Stir in ¼ cup white wine for an elegant twist.
🌿 Herb Butter Infused – Add fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil for extra aromatic flavor.
🦐 Seafood Combo Feast – Include shrimp, scallops, or mussels for a true seafood extravaganza!
Storage & Reheating
🧊 To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
🔥 To Reheat: Steam for a few minutes or heat in a low-temperature oven (300°F) with extra butter to keep it moist.
🧊 To Freeze: Freeze cooked lobster and crab in an airtight bag for up to 2 months.
Final Thoughts
This Garlic Butter Lobster and Crab Feast is the perfect way to treat yourself and your loved ones to a decadent, restaurant-quality meal at home. With tender seafood, a rich garlic butter sauce, and simple yet bold flavors, this dish is sure to become a new favorite!
Try it for your next special occasion, weekend dinner, or seafood craving, and enjoy every buttery, garlicky bite! 🦞🦀🍋✨
Would you pair this with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad? Let me know how you enjoy it! 😋
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