Lobster Tail with Champagne Butter Sauce
Lobster Tail with Champagne Butter Sauce elevates any meal into an extraordinary dining experience. This dish features succulent lobster meat bathed in a rich, velvety champagne-infused butter sauce, delivering a perfect blend of flavors that will impress your guests or make any evening special. Ideal for celebrations, date nights, or simply treating yourself, this recipe is both approachable and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lobster tails (about 6–8 oz each)
- 1/2 cup dry champagne or sparkling wine
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the lobster tails by cutting through the top shell and gently pulling it apart.
- In an oven-safe skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat until bubbly. Place lobster tails meat-side down for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the lobster briefly and lower heat. Add shallots and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in champagne, let bubble for a minute, then whisk in remaining butter until melted. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Return lobster to skillet, spoon sauce over them, and bake for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute champagne with dry white wine for a different flavor profile. To enhance the sauce, consider adding lemon zest or additional herbs like thyme for extra freshness.