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\u00a0Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops<\/h1>\n

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Carb-Free \u2022 High-Protein \u2022 Restaurant-Quality Seafood Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n

This Garlic Butter Lobster & Scallops recipe is an elegant yet easy seafood dish that feels like a fine-dining experience at home. Juicy broiled lobster tails and perfectly seared sea scallops are coated in rich garlic butter with a hint of lemon\u2014naturally low-carb, keto-friendly, and packed with protein. Ideal for date nights, special occasions, or a luxurious healthy meal.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n

Seafood<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • 2 lobster tails<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd lb (225 g) sea scallops, side muscle removed and patted dry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Garlic Butter Sauce<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • \u00bc cup unsalted butter, divided<\/li>\n
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil<\/li>\n
    • 5 cloves garlic, finely minced<\/li>\n
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n
    • Salt, to taste<\/li>\n
    • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      For Garnish & Serving<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      • Fresh parsley, finely chopped<\/li>\n
      • Lemon wedges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u00a0Directions<\/h2>\n

        1 Prepare the Lobster Tails<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        1. Preheat your oven broiler to high<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
        2. Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut down the center of the lobster shell lengthwise.<\/li>\n
        3. Gently pull the lobster meat upward, resting it on top of the shell while keeping it attached at the base.<\/li>\n
        4. In a small bowl, melt 2 tablespoons butter<\/strong> and mix with half of the minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.<\/li>\n
        5. Brush the garlic butter generously over the lobster meat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          2 Broil the Lobster<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          1. Place lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with foil.<\/li>\n
          2. Broil for 8\u201310 minutes<\/strong>, until the meat is opaque and lightly golden.<\/li>\n
          3. Baste once halfway through cooking for extra moisture and flavor.<\/li>\n
          4. Remove from oven and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            3 Sear the Scallops<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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            1. Heat olive or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
            2. Season scallops lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.<\/li>\n
            3. Place scallops in the pan without overcrowding.<\/li>\n
            4. Sear for 2\u20133 minutes per side<\/strong>, until a golden crust forms.<\/li>\n
            5. Remove scallops from the pan and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              4 Make the Garlic Butter Sauce<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              1. Lower heat to medium<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
              2. Add remaining butter to the same skillet.<\/li>\n
              3. Add the remaining garlic and saut\u00e9 for 30\u201360 seconds<\/strong>, just until fragrant (do not brown).<\/li>\n
              4. Return scallops to the pan and gently spoon garlic butter over them for 1\u20132 minutes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                5 Serve<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                1. Plate lobster tails and scallops together.<\/li>\n
                2. Drizzle generously with warm garlic butter sauce.<\/li>\n
                3. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  \u00a0Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n
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                  • Pair with steamed asparagus<\/strong>, saut\u00e9ed spinach<\/strong>, or grilled zucchini<\/strong><\/li>\n
                  • Serve with cauliflower mash<\/strong> or garlic green beans<\/strong> for a full low-carb meal<\/li>\n
                  • Add a light side salad<\/strong> with lemon vinaigrette<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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