Description
Succulent garlic butter lobster tails promise an elegant seafood experience that whispers luxury from coastal kitchens. Rich butter and delicate lobster merge into a simple yet sophisticated dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 lobster tails
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Sauce and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Position oven rack near the top and prepare a foil-lined baking sheet to ensure easy cleanup and optimal heat distribution.
- Carefully use sharp kitchen scissors to slice lengthwise through the protective shell of each lobster tail, creating a precise opening.
- Delicately separate the succulent meat from the shell, gently lifting and exposing the tender flesh while keeping the base attached.
- Create a luxurious garlic butter infusion by whisking together melted butter, finely chopped garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, smoky paprika, and a balanced blend of seasoning.
- Lovingly coat the exposed lobster meat with the aromatic garlic butter mixture, ensuring every crevice is generously embraced by the flavorful blend.
- Transfer the prepared lobster tails to the preheated broiler, monitoring closely as the meat transforms to a pristine opaque white with subtle golden-brown edges.
- Cook for approximately 6-8 minutes, watching carefully to prevent overcooking and maintain the delicate texture of the seafood.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with vibrant, freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and additional flavor dimension.
- Accompany the lobster tails with wedges of zesty lemon, allowing diners to add a bright citrus note to the rich, buttery dish.
Notes
- Check lobster tail freshness by ensuring a bright, translucent color and clean ocean smell before preparing.
- Split shells carefully to maintain meat’s delicate texture and prevent tearing during preparation.
- Adjust broiling time based on tail size – thicker tails might need slightly longer cooking to reach perfect opaque white color.
- Customize flavor profile by adding herbs like thyme or replacing paprika with smoked paprika for deeper complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg