Description
This indulgent creamy garlic butter lobster tails recipe delivers restaurant-quality seafood in just 20 minutes. Fresh lobster tails are broiled to perfection with a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh parsley, lemon juice, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Perfectly cooked lobster meat becomes tender and flavorful, making this an elegant yet easy dish for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Lobster Tails
- 2 pieces Lobster Tails (Fresh or fully thawed frozen)
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic (Freshly minced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust according to butter salinity)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Ground fresh)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley (Fresh)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust based on heat preference)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven. Preheat your oven to 500°F (200°C) and position the oven rack in the top slot to prepare for broiling.
- Prepare Lobster Tails. Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut lengthwise through the lobster tail shell and gently pull the lobster meat upwards, resting it on top of the shell for even cooking.
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter with freshly minced garlic, salt, freshly ground black pepper, chopped fresh parsley, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Mix well to infuse all flavors, then stir in dried red pepper flakes according to your preferred heat level.
- Brush Lobster with Sauce. Arrange the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet and generously brush them with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring the meat is well coated.
- Broil Lobster Tails. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven under the broiler and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the lobster meat turns opaque and firm to the touch, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Serve. Remove the lobster tails from the oven, transfer them to a serving plate, and drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over the top for extra richness and flavor. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure lobster tails are fully thawed if using frozen to guarantee even cooking.
- Adjust salt carefully depending on how salty your butter is to avoid over-seasoning.
- Add red pepper flakes gradually to control the spice level to your taste.
- Broiling cooks quickly; watch closely to prevent overcooking your lobster meat.
- Serve with lemon wedges or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lobster tails, garlic butter, broiled lobster, seafood recipe, quick lobster, easy lobster tails, garlic lobster, gourmet dinner
