Description
Tender lobster tails broiled with a rich garlic butter sauce, finished with fresh herbs and lemon for a restaurant-worthy meal in just 30 minutes. Perfect for special occasions or an elevated weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails (5–6 oz each), fresh or thawed frozen, split down the top
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven broiler to high and position the rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Pat lobster tails dry with paper towels. Using kitchen shears, cut along the top shell lengthwise, stopping at the tail fin. Gently loosen the meat and lift it above the shell, keeping it attached at the base.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet. Brush generously with garlic butter, making sure some seeps into the shell.
- Broil lobster tails for 6-8 minutes, until the meat is opaque and slightly browned. Internal temperature should reach 140°F.
- Remove from oven. Brush with remaining garlic butter, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For dairy-free, use plant-based butter. If using smaller lobster tails, reduce broil time by a few minutes. Always pat tails dry before seasoning for best browning. Broiling gives the best caramelization, but grilling or baking are alternatives. Serve immediately for best texture. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent rubbery lobster.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail with sauce
- Calories: 220
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 18
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