Description
Lobster Tail is a decadent seafood dish that captures the essence of coastal dining right at home. With its tender meat drenched in rich garlic butter and a splash of lemon, this recipe transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful weeknight treat, cooking Lobster Tail has never been easier. Get ready to impress your guests and elevate your culinary skills with this mouthwatering dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh lobster tails (about 5 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using kitchen shears, carefully cut through the top shell of each lobster tail to expose the meat.
- In a bowl, melt the butter and mix in minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush generously over the exposed lobster meat.
- Place lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes until opaque and slightly golden.
- Broil for an additional minute for extra flavor before serving.
- Serve hot with melted butter and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (142g)
- Calories: 261
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 712mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 161mg