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#### 🦞 Seafood:
– 2 lobster tails (thawed if frozen)
– 8–10 large sea scallops (patted dry)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for searing scallops)
#### 🧄 For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
– 6 tbsp unsalted butter
– 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
– Juice of 1/2 lemon (plus wedges for serving)
– 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or more to garnish)
– Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick
– Optional: splash of white wine for depth
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### 🔪 Prep Tips
– **Scallops:** Remove the small side muscle if still attached, and pat them very dry for the perfect golden sear.
– **Lobster tails:** Use kitchen shears to cut the shell down the center, then gently lift the meat over the shell for a “butterflied” presentation.
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### 🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
#### **1. Sear the Scallops**
1. Season scallops with salt and pepper.
2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear scallops for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly firm. Remove and set aside.
#### **2. Cook the Lobster Tails**
1. In the same pan (or clean pan if preferred), melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
2. Add lobster tails, flesh side down, and cook for 2–3 minutes.
3. Flip, add a splash of white wine or water, and cover to steam for another 3–5 minutes, depending on size. Remove and set aside.
#### **3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce**
1. In a clean saucepan, melt remaining 4 tbsp butter over low heat.
2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute — don’t let it brown).
3. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and optional red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust with salt or a little more lemon.
#### **4. Bring It All Together**
– Plate the lobster tails and scallops.
– Generously spoon garlic butter sauce over the top.
– Garnish with extra parsley, lemon wedges, and a side of crusty bread to mop up that amazing sauce.
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### 🍽️ What to Serve With It
– Creamy mashed potatoes
– Steamed asparagus or roasted veggies
– Wild rice or risotto
– A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay
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### ✨ Final Thoughts
This **Garlic Butter Lobster and Scallops** dish is everything you want in a luxurious seafood meal — rich, garlicky, buttery, and beautifully balanced with fresh lemon and herbs. Whether it’s a romantic date night, a celebration, or just a treat-yourself kind of evening, this recipe *delivers*.
Pro tip? Double the garlic butter. You’ll want it on everything. 😋
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Craving a spicy version with Cajun heat or want to turn this into a pasta dish? Let me know — we can remix this into all kinds of seafood heaven!
