Description
A fast and easy way to prepare delicious restaurant-style lobster tail at home in just 10 minutes, featuring a simple garlic butter brush for extra flavor.
Ingredients
For the lobster
- 2 pieces lobster tails, about 5 to 6 ounces each
For the butter mixture
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For garnish and serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the broiler and place the oven rack about 6 inches from the heating element. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Using kitchen shears, cut along the top of each shell lengthwise. Stop at the tail fan. Carefully pry the shell open and lift the meat out, keeping it attached at the tail. Rest the meat on top of the shell.
- Pat the meat dry with a paper towel. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and paprika. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
Cooking
- Brush the butter mixture over the lobster meat, saving a little for serving.
- Place the baking sheet under the broiler. Broil the tails for 6 to 8 minutes, depending on size, until the meat is opaque and reaches 140 F. Watch closely the last 2 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and brush with remaining butter. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Keep it simple. A scoop of rice or a light salad works great. If you want a side idea, garlic turmeric rice pairs nicely and cooks up fast. Store leftover lobster quickly and reheat carefully to avoid drying out. Fresh lobster tails are preferable, and avoid quick thawing methods to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Seafood