How do you make lobster butter sauce?

This recipe offers a simple and flavorful way to elevate your seafood dishes.

Ingredients:

* 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

* 1/4 cup chopped shallots

* 2 cloves garlic, minced

* 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)

* 1/4 cup lobster stock (or chicken stock)

* 1 tablespoon lemon juice

* 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

* 1/4 teaspoon salt

* Pinch of black pepper

* 1/4 cup chopped cooked lobster meat (optional)

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the wine: If using white wine, add it now and cook until it reduces by half.

4. Add the stock: Add the lobster stock (or chicken stock) and bring to a simmer.

5. Simmer and reduce: Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

6. Add the lemon juice, herbs, and seasoning: Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.

7. Add lobster meat (optional): Stir in the chopped cooked lobster meat, if using.

8. Serve: The lobster butter sauce is ready to serve immediately.

Tips:

* Lobster Stock: Use leftover lobster stock for the most authentic flavor. You can also use chicken broth if you don't have lobster stock.

* White Wine: Dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio will complement the lobster flavor.

* Lobster Meat: Adding cooked lobster meat to the sauce is optional but will elevate the richness and flavor.

* Serve: This sauce is perfect for serving over lobster tails, steamed lobster, grilled fish, or pasta.

* Storage: Leftover lobster butter sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy the exquisite flavor of this lobster butter sauce!