Description
Garlic Butter Baked Lobster Tails are a luxurious, easy-to-make dish that combines rich lobster meat with a flavorful garlic butter sauce. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving a gourmet meal at home, this dish is quick to prepare yet feels like a five-star experience.
Ingredients
For the Lobster Tails:
Lobster tails (fresh or thawed)
1/4 cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Paprika, to taste
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Lobster Tails: Cut the lobster shells down the middle and gently pull the lobster meat up, leaving it attached at the base.
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Make Garlic Butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then stir in minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Coat the Lobster: Brush the lobster meat generously with the garlic butter mixture.
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Broil the Lobster: Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for about 8 minutes or until golden and tender.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the garlic butter for a bit of heat.
Herb Variations: Use tarragon or thyme for a more unique flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Seafood, American
