🦞 Butter Poached Lobster Tails with Risotto 🦞

Savor the luxury of butter poached lobster paired with creamy risotto - a perfect dish for special occasions or when you simply want to treat yourself!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

For the Risotto:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Sea salt, to taste

For the Lobster:
- Smoked paprika, to taste
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 8 lobster tails, thawed
- 1 cup high-quality butter
- Sea salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Begin with the risotto: heat the chicken broth in a pot until it simmers. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
2. Add the Arborio rice to the pan, season with salt, and toast for a few minutes. If you're using wine, add it now and let it absorb before continuing.
3. Gradually add the hot chicken broth to the rice, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Continue this for 25-30 minutes until the rice is creamy and tender.
4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, let it melt, then cover and keep the risotto warm.
5. For the lobster: bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lobster tails for about 7 minutes, then transfer them to ice water. Once cooled, use kitchen shears to peel them.
6. Melt the butter in a small pot, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and parsley. Gently simmer, then poach the lobster tails in the butter for 1-1.5 minutes until heated through.
7. Serve by plating the risotto and topping it with a lobster tail. Drizzle extra butter from the poaching process over the top and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 650 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Proteins: 31g
- Fats: 38g
- Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on ingredient choices and portion sizes.

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra creamy risotto, stir continuously while adding the broth to release the starch from the rice.
- Ensure your lobster tails are fully thawed for even cooking.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor finish.

⏳ Preparation Time ⏳

Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 60 minutes | Serving: 4

Indulge in this sumptuous meal that brings a touch of elegance to your dining table, perfect for making any dinner feel like a celebration.