Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Succulent lobster tails enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for any special occasion or a luxurious treat at home.
Ingredients
Lobster Tails Ingredients
- 4 pieces lobster tails (fresh or frozen) Ensure they are thawed if frozen.
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Melted for mixing.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best results.
- 1 teaspoon paprika For color and flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley Add more fresh herbs if desired.
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Adjust according to taste.
Garnishes and Serving
- to taste Fresh chopped parsley For garnish.
- as needed Lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the top of each lobster shell lengthwise and pull the meat out gently so it rests on the shell.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and pepper to create a garlic butter sauce.
Cooking
- Arrange the lobster tails on a lined baking sheet. Brush generously with the garlic butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the lobster meat turns opaque and firm.
- Drizzle the remaining garlic butter over the tails after removing from the oven.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, use fresh lobster tails. Consider adding a splash of hot sauce for extra flavor. Serve with sides like garlic bread or green salad to balance the richness.