Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
A delicious seafood treat combining rich garlic butter with tender lobster meat, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Lobster Tails and Sauce
- 4 pieces lobster tails (fresh or frozen) These tails offer tender, sweet meat.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Base for the garlic butter sauce.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Infuses the dish with aromatic essence.
- 1 tbsp lemon juice Adds zesty brightness.
- 1 tsp paprika Contributes subtle smokiness.
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley For a hint of earthiness.
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper Enhances all flavors.
- to garnish fresh chopped parsley Adds freshness to the presentation.
- for serving lemon wedges Perfect for a final squeeze of citrus.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut the top of each lobster shell lengthwise with a sharp knife to expose the meat.
- Gently pull the lobster meat out and rest it on top of the shell.
Garlic Butter Mixture
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
Baking
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the lobster tails on it.
- Generously brush the meat with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the lobster meat turns opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Serving
- Remove from the oven, drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the lobster, and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Consider marinating the lobster tails in the garlic butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking for a stronger garlic flavor. Grill for a few minutes for extra char.