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## **Instructions**
### **1. Prepare the Seafood**
1. Fill a large pot with water and add **sea salt and Old Bay seasoning**. Bring to a boil.
2. Add the **crab legs** and cook for **5-7 minutes**, until heated through.
3. For the **lobster tails**, use kitchen scissors to **cut the top of the shell** lengthwise, exposing the meat. Gently lift the meat slightly out of the shell for easy cooking.
### **2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce**
1. In a small saucepan, melt **butter** over **medium heat**.
2. Add **minced garlic** and sauté for **1-2 minutes** until fragrant.
3. Stir in **lemon juice, parsley, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes**. Let it simmer for another minute.
### **3. Cook the Lobster Tails**
**Option 1: Oven-Baked (Broiled) Lobster Tails**
1. Preheat oven to **broil (high setting)**.
2. Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and brush generously with **garlic butter sauce**.
3. Broil for **7-10 minutes**, until the meat is opaque and slightly golden on top.
**Option 2: Pan-Seared Lobster Tails**
1. Heat a **large skillet** over **medium heat** and add **2 tablespoons garlic butter sauce**.
2. Place the lobster tails meat-side down and cook for **3-4 minutes**.
3. Flip and cook another **3-4 minutes**, basting with more garlic butter.
### **4. Assemble & Serve**
1. Arrange the **lobster tails and crab legs** on a large serving platter.
2. Drizzle **extra garlic butter sauce** over the seafood.
3. Garnish with **fresh parsley** and serve with **lemon wedges** on the side.
4. Enjoy with your favorite **sides and extra melted butter for dipping!**
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## **Why You’ll Love This Recipe**
✔ **Rich & Flavorful** – The **garlic butter sauce** enhances the natural sweetness of the seafood.
✔ **Restaurant-Quality at Home** – Enjoy a **five-star seafood feast** without the hefty price tag.
✔ **Quick & Easy** – Ready in **30 minutes** with **minimal effort**.
✔ **Perfect for Special Occasions** – Ideal for **date nights, celebrations, or seafood lovers**.
✔ **Customizable** – Works with **shrimp, scallops, or even mussels!**
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## **Tips for the Best Lobster & Crab Feast**
✅ **Use Fresh Seafood** – The fresher the lobster and crab, the better the flavor.
✅ **Don’t Overcook** – Lobster and crab meat become tough if overcooked. **Cook just until opaque.**
✅ **Baste with Butter** – Keep the seafood **moist and flavorful** by basting with garlic butter.
✅ **Serve with Dipping Sauces** – Try **garlic aioli, lemon butter, or Cajun butter** for extra flavor.
✅ **Pair with the Right Sides** – Serve with **corn, potatoes, or crusty bread** to soak up the delicious sauce.
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## **Delicious Variations**
🔥 **Spicy Cajun Lobster & Crab** – Add **Cajun seasoning** to the garlic butter sauce for a bold kick.
🍷 **White Wine Garlic Butter** – Stir in **¼ cup white wine** for an elegant twist.
🌿 **Herb Butter Infused** – Add **fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil** for extra aromatic flavor.
🦐 **Seafood Combo Feast** – Include **shrimp, scallops, or mussels** for a true seafood extravaganza!
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## **Storage & Reheating**
🧊 **To Store:** Keep leftovers in an **airtight container** in the fridge for up to **2 days**.
🔥 **To Reheat:** Steam for **a few minutes** or heat in a **low-temperature oven (300°F)** with extra butter to keep it moist.
🧊 **To Freeze:** Freeze cooked lobster and crab in an airtight bag for up to **2 months**.
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## **Final Thoughts**
This **Garlic Butter Lobster and Crab Feast** is the perfect way to **treat yourself and your loved ones** to a **decadent, restaurant-quality meal at home**. With **tender seafood, a rich garlic butter sauce, and simple yet bold flavors**, this dish is sure to become a **new favorite**!
Try it for your next **special occasion, weekend dinner, or seafood craving**, and enjoy every buttery, garlicky bite! 🦞🦀🍋✨
**Would you pair this with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad? Let me know how you enjoy it!** 😋
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