Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Indulge in this luxurious dish of succulent lobster tails broiled to perfection and bathed in rich garlic-infused butter, perfect for a special occasion or a treat-yourself night.
Ingredients
Lobster Ingredients
- 4 pieces lobster tails (fresh or frozen) Ensure thawed if frozen.
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
Garnish and Serving
- Fresh chopped parsley For garnish.
- Lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Carefully cut the top of each lobster shell lengthwise to expose the meat.
- Gently pull the lobster meat out of the shell and rest it on top.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Cooking
- Place lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the lobster meat.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lobster meat is opaque and firm.
- Drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the lobster meat.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, start with fresh lobster. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for spice or lemon zest for extra flavor.