Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
A luxurious dish featuring succulent lobster tails bathed in rich garlic butter, perfect for special occasions or a family dinner.
Ingredients
Lobster Tails
- 4 pieces Lobster tails (fresh or frozen, thawed) Choose fresh for best flavor.
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted Ensure it's unsalted for optimal flavor balance.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Use fresh for better flavor.
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice Provides brightness to the dish.
- 1 tsp Paprika Adds warmth and color.
- 1/2 tsp Dried parsley Enhances flavor; can substitute with fresh.
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Season to your preference.
Garnishes
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- as needed Lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, carefully cut along the top of each lobster shell lengthwise. Gently lift the meat out of the shell, resting it on top while leaving it attached at the base.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully blended.
Cooking
- Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Generously brush the garlic butter sauce over the lobster meat.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat turns opaque and firm. Check that the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the oven and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the lobster tails.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Choose quality lobster for the best flavor. Store leftover lobster in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, consider freezing.