Keto Vanilla and Cardamom Buttered Lobster

Enjoy an opulent twist on a classic seafood dish with our Keto Vanilla and Cardamom Buttered Lobster. Infused with the aromatic warmth of cardamom and the subtle sweetness of vanilla, this dish promises to be a decadent yet keto-friendly culinary experience. Perfect for a special occasion or a luxurious weeknight dinner, it's sure to impress with its rich flavors and healthy profile.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Keto, Seafood

Keyword Cardamom Lobster, Keto Lobster, Keto Seafood Dinner, Vanilla Buttered Lobster

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 297kcal

Equipment

Kitchen shears
Small saucepan
Grill or broiler
Basting brush
Cutting board
Knife

Ingredients

4 lobster tails 5 to 6 ounces each, 140 to 170 grams
½ cup unsalted butter 4 ounces, 113 grams
1 vanilla bean split lengthwise and seeds scraped
1 tsp ground cardamom 2 grams
½ tsp sea salt 2 grams
¼ tsp black pepper 1 gram
1 tbsp olive oil 15ml
2 cloves garlic minced, 6 grams
Fresh parsley chopped for garnish (optional)
Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your grill or broiler on high heat. If using an oven broiler, position the rack so the lobster tails will be about 6 inches from the heat source.
Prepare the lobster tails by cutting the top shell down the center with kitchen shears. Pry the shell open slightly and loosen the meat from the shell, lifting the meat slightly to rest on top.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the vanilla bean seeds and pod, ground cardamom, sea salt, and black pepper. Allow the flavors to infuse for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and discard the vanilla pod.
Brush the lobster tails with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then spread the minced garlic over the meat.
Place the lobster tails on the grill or under the broiler. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the shells turn bright red and the meat is opaque.
Once cooked, remove the lobster tails from the heat and immediately brush generously with the vanilla and cardamom butter.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Ensure that the lobster tails are fully thawed if they were frozen to ensure even cooking.

The vanilla and cardamom butter can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated. Gently reheat before using.

For an extra keto kick, serve with a side of low-carb vegetables or a fresh green salad.

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