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Grilled Balmain Bugs with Garlic Butter
Delight in the exquisite taste of Grilled Balmain Bugs, a luxurious seafood dish featuring Australia’s unique slipper lobster. With a rich, buttery garlic sauce that perfectly complements the sweet, succulent meat of the bugs, this recipe transforms a simple grilling experience into a gourmet feast. Traditionally enjoyed on the shores of Australia, Balmain bugs are a cherished delicacy that speaks to the country’s vibrant coastal culture. Serve them hot off the grill for a memorable dinner that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
- Balmain bugs
- 4, cleaned and halved lengthwise
- Unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup
- Garlic
- 4 cloves, minced
- Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lemon
- 1, juiced and zested
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to high heat.
- Carefully cut the Balmain bugs in half lengthwise and clean out the head cavity, removing any debris.
- In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Generously brush the cut sides of the Balmain bugs with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring some gets into the head cavity as well.
- Place the Balmain bugs on the grill, cut side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until they start to caramelize.
- Flip the Balmain bugs over and brush with additional garlic butter. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the Balmain bugs from the grill and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the top before serving.
Tips
- For an added kick, include a pinch of red pepper flakes in the garlic butter mixture.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up any leftover garlic butter.
- If unavailable, you can substitute Balmain bugs with other types of lobster or large shrimp for a similar flavor.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Seafood Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Calories: 280 Fat: 20g Carbs: 2g Protein: 24g Sodium: 300mg Sugar: 0g
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