Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter
A luxurious and easy-to-prepare dish featuring tender lobster tails drenched in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces lobster tails Choose fresh, high-quality tails.
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using kitchen shears, cut the top of the lobster tails lengthwise to expose the meat.
Cooking
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour the garlic butter over the lobster tails and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the lobster meat is opaque.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with extra garlic butter drizzled on top and sides like a fresh green salad or creamy mashed potatoes. Include lemon wedges for added flavor and consideration for wine pairing to balance the rich dish.