Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Using kitchen shears, carefully cut the top shell of the lobster tails lengthwise. Gently pull the meat out of the shell and place it on top, leaving the base attached.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture over the lobster meat and squeeze lemon juice on top. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- In a saucepan, heat the chicken or vegetable broth over low heat. In a separate large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the Arborio rice, cooking for about 2 minutes until lightly toasted. Pour in the white wine and stir until absorbed. Gradually add the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing the liquid to be absorbed before adding more. Continue until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, basil, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- While the lobster and risotto are cooking, preheat a separate baking sheet in the oven. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on the preheated baking sheet and roast for about 10-12 minutes, until tender but still crisp. Squeeze lemon juice over the asparagus before serving.
- Plate a generous serving of lemon herb risotto, top with the baked lobster tails, and arrange the roasted asparagus alongside. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
For a twist, consider adding a splash of cream to the risotto for extra richness.
