Description
This easy garlic lobster tails recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home in under 30 minutes. Broiled with a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large lobster tails (6–8 oz each), thawed if frozen
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3–4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, smoked preferred)
Instructions
- Pat lobster tails dry with paper towels. Using sharp kitchen shears, cut through the top shell lengthwise, stopping before the tail fin. Gently spread the shell and loosen the meat, lifting it to rest on top of the shell (butterflying).
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant (do not brown). Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place butterflied lobster tails on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush generously with garlic butter, reserving a little for serving.
- Preheat broiler to high. Broil lobster tails on the top rack (about 6 inches from heat) for 10–12 minutes, until meat is opaque, slightly firm, and just starting to brown. Watch closely to avoid overcooking.
- Remove from oven, brush with remaining garlic butter, sprinkle with extra parsley, and squeeze fresh lemon over the top. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Butterflying the lobster ensures even cooking and maximum flavor absorption. Use fresh garlic for best results. Watch the broiler closely—lobster cooks quickly and can become tough if overdone. Brush with butter before and after broiling for extra shine and flavor. Let lobster rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow juices to settle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (abou
- Calories: 210
- Sodium: 340
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 22
Keywords: lobster tails, garlic butter, Valentine’s Day, seafood, broiled lobster, easy dinner, romantic dinner, special occasion, gluten-free, date night