Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops
Succulent seared scallops and a tender lobster tail, all drizzled with rich garlic herb butter and finished with fresh lemon—pure seafood indulgence!
Ingredients
1 lobster tail, split
10 sea scallops, patted dry
2 tbsp butter (plus more for serving)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp lemon juice
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Lemon slices, for serving

Directions
1⃣ Prep: Season scallops and lobster tail with salt and pepper. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
2⃣ Sear Scallops: Add scallops and sear 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3⃣ Cook Lobster: In the same pan, add lobster tail flesh-side down and sear 3–4 minutes until lightly charred. Flip and continue cooking until opaque.
4⃣ Make Garlic Butter: Lower heat. Add butter and garlic to the pan. Cook for 1 minute. Add lemon juice. Spoon over seafood.
5⃣ Serve: Plate lobster and scallops. Drizzle with garlic butter and garnish with parsley and lemon slices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: ~380 kcal per serving
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Creamy Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients:
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup scallops, cleaned
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation Steps:
1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add shrimp and scallops to the skillet, sprinkle Cajun seasoning, and sauté until cooked, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add cherry tomatoes and stir until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Mix in the cooked fettuccine and grated Parmesan cheese; combine well.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
Calories: 520 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

Suggested Pairings:
- Garlic bread
- Caesar salad
- Steamed vegetables

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Creamy Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients:
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation Steps:
1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the diced onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
5. Add shrimp and scallops to the skillet; cook until shrimp is pink and scallops are opaque.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle Cajun seasoning; stir to combine.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste; let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; toss everything together until well coated.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
Calories: 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

Suggested Pairings:
- Garlic bread
- Fresh garden salad
- Steamed asparagus

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GARLIC BUTTER LOBSTER & SCALLOPS

Ingredients:

For the Lobster:
2 lobster tails
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving

For the Scallops:
½ lb sea scallops, patted dry
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions:

Lobster Preparation:
1⃣ Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut along the top of each shell and carefully pull the lobster meat up to rest on top of the shell.

2⃣ Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush the mixture generously over the lobster meat.

3⃣ Broil Lobster: Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for 8-10 minutes, basting with the garlic butter halfway through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Scallop Preparation:
1⃣ Sear the Scallops: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until they are golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2⃣ Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant. Return the scallops to the pan, coating them in the garlic butter.

Serve: Plate the lobster tails and scallops together, drizzle with any remaining garlic butter from the skillet, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for a fresh, zesty finish.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Calories: ~485 kcal per serving
Servings: 2

Looking for a delicious seafood dish to warm your soul?

Creamy Coconut Seafood Stew

Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200g fish fillets, cut into chunks
- 150g scallops
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Steps:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, and stir in the red curry paste.
5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the shrimp, fish fillets, and scallops to the pot.
7. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the seafood is opaque and cooked through.
8. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
9. Squeeze in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins
Calories: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

Suggested Pairings:
Serve with steamed jasmine rice or crusty bread for dipping.

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