Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Garlic Butter Lobster Tails are a classic, luxurious dish with rich flavors from garlic and butter, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special meal at home.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces lobster tails Thawed if frozen
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Can substitute with vegan butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is best
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adjust quantity based on taste
- to taste salt and pepper Essential for balancing flavors
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Preheat your oven’s broiler.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until golden.
- Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Carefully cut lobster tails in half lengthwise and place them meat-side up on a baking sheet.
- Generously brush lobster meat with the garlic butter mixture.
- Broil the lobster tails for about 10-12 minutes until opaque and slightly browned.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding red pepper flakes for heat or using soy sauce and ginger for an Asian twist. Ensure lobster is at room temperature before cooking.