Description
Broiled lobster tails are a decadent yet simple dish that can transform any meal into a gourmet experience. This recipe combines the sweet, tender meat of lobster tails with a rich garlic butter sauce and a hint of lemon for an unforgettable flavor. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight dinner, broiling lobster tails is straightforward and requires minimal preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lobster tails (6–8 oz each)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to broil at 500°F (260°C).
- Using kitchen shears, carefully cut open the top shell of each lobster tail, pulling apart the shell slightly to lift out the meat.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and generously brush the exposed meat with the garlic butter mixture.
- Broil for 8-10 minutes until the meat is opaque and lightly browned.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining garlic butter over the tops.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing herbs like parsley or dill into the garlic butter.
Pair with sides like grilled asparagus or creamy risotto for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix fresh herbs like parsley or dill into the garlic butter. Pair with sides such as grilled asparagus or creamy risotto for a rounded meal.