Ingredients :
- 2 lobster tails, halved lengthwise
- 1 lb sea scallops, patted dry
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions :
- Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.Add the lobster tails, flesh side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the meat is opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add scallops to the same skillet, cooking for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Melt the remaining butter in the skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.Return the lobster and scallops to the skillet, tossing them gently in the garlic butter sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges.
Helpful Tips:
Pat the scallops dry before cooking for a perfect sear.
Add a splash of white wine to the garlic butter for extra depth of flavor.