Baked Lobster Tails with Lemon Garlic Butter
Elegant and mouthwatering, these baked lobster tails paired with a fragrant lemon garlic butter sauce create an irresistible dish that impresses any occasion.
Ingredients
Lobster Tails
- 4 pieces lobster tails (4-6 ounces each, thawed) Fresh or thawed frozen lobster tails.
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) Ensure it's fully melted.
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) Minced for better flavor infusion.
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
- 1 tsp lemon zest Adds fresh lemon flavor.
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped) For garnishing.
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Adds color and flavor.
- 1/2 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/4 tsp black pepper Freshly ground recommended.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Butterfly the lobster tails: using kitchen shears, cut down the center of the top shell to the tail. Gently separate the meat from the shell and lift it to rest on top of the shell. Arrange the tails on a baking sheet.
Garlic Butter Preparation
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Baking
- Spoon the garlic butter mixture evenly over the exposed lobster meat on each tail.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through. For extra color, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Serving
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
For optimal results, choose fresh, high-quality lobster tails. Adjust seasonings based on taste preferences. Storing leftovers: if cooled, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days or freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain moisture.