Jul 09 2026

Scampi Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

wild Icelandic baby lobster tails sautéed in herb-citrus demi-glacé OR lemon garlic olive oil

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Lemon Garlic Olive Oil

Method

Preparation of Herb-Citrus Demi-Glacé

  1. 1

    Make the Demi-Glacé

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, sauté until translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Wine and Stock

    Pour in the white wine and bring to a boil. Reduce by half, then add chicken stock and simmer until thickened.

  3. 3

    Finish the Sauce

    Stir in lemon juice, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Keep warm.

Preparation of Lemon Garlic Olive Oil

  1. 4

    Prepare the Oil

    In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Cooking the Lobster Tails

  1. 5

    Sauté the Lobster Tails

    In a skillet, add either the Herb-Citrus Demi-Glacé or the Lemon Garlic Olive Oil over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Cook Lobster Tails

    Add lobster tails and sauté for 5-7 minutes until cooked through and opaque.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Plate the lobster tails and drizzle with the remaining sauce/oil. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

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