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Garlic Butter Lobster Bites with Saffron Mashed Potatoes

This dish pairs sweet lobster with rich garlic butter and bright lemon over creamy saffron mashed potatoes for a fancy yet quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lobster Ingredients
  • 1 lb lobster tail meat, cut into bite-sized pieces Use fresh or thawed lobster tail meat.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for lobster)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges (for serving) For squeezing over the lobster.
Mashed Potatoes Ingredients
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads Infuses the potatoes with color and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup hot water To steep the saffron.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for mash)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Add to the mash for creaminess.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation of Mashed Potatoes
  1. Begin by infusing the saffron threads in 1/4 cup hot water. Let it steep while you prepare the potatoes.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cubed Yukon Gold potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth.
  4. Add the butter, heavy cream, and saffron-infused water (including the saffron threads). Mix until the mash is creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and keep warm.
Cooking the Lobster
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add the lobster pieces to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lobster is opaque and fully cooked.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine all flavors.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat. Spoon the garlic butter lobster bites over a bed of creamy saffron mashed potatoes.
Serving
  1. Serve the mash hot on each plate and spoon the lobster bites on top.
  2. Add lemon wedges so guests can squeeze fresh lemon over the lobster.

Notes

Cool leftovers quickly and store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat with a splash of cream or butter. Do not freeze cooked lobster bites.