Description
Savor the taste of succulent, buttery lobster tails broiled to golden perfection. This easy yet elegant recipe transforms your dining experience into a seaside escape, perfect for dinner parties or romantic evenings at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress your guests with a dish that boasts rich flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
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- 4 lobster tails (6–8 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw lobster tails if frozen and cut the top shell with kitchen shears to expose the meat without cutting through completely.
- Preheat the broiler on high for about 5 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat and add minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until fragrant.
- Generously brush each lobster tail with the butter mixture.
- Place on a baking sheet and broil for 8-10 minutes until the meat is opaque and firm.
- Serve immediately with optional chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg