BUTTER-POACHED LOBSTER

 Ingredients:

4 lobster tails

1 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes

1/4 cup water

2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

 Directions:

 Prepare the Butter Sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat 1/4 cup water over medium-low heat until it just begins to simmer.

 Emulsify the Butter: Slowly add the butter cubes, one at a time, whisking constantly to create a smooth, emulsified butter sauce (known as beurre monté).

 Flavor the Sauce: Once all the butter is melted and smooth, stir in the minced garlic (if using), lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

 Poach the Lobster: Reduce the heat to low, keeping the butter sauce warm but not boiling. Carefully place the lobster tails in the butter sauce, ensuring they are fully submerged. Poach for 6-8 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.

 Serve: Remove the lobster tails from the butter and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley and a drizzle of the butter sauce. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

 Tips:

For best results, keep the sauce at a low temperature to avoid separation.

Serve with crusty bread or over a bed of pasta to make it a complete meal.

This method also works well for poaching shrimp or scallops for a similar effect.

 Preparation time: 10 minutes

 Cooking time: 10 minutes

 Total time: 20 minutes

 Calories: ~400 kcal per serving

 Servings: 4