Description
Buttery Baked Lobster Tails are the perfect indulgence for any seafood lover. This luxurious dish features succulent lobster meat, generously coated in a rich blend of melted butter, garlic, and lemon juice, then baked to perfection. The result is a mouthwatering combination of flavors that is sure to impress guests or make any dinner feel special. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, even novice cooks can create this gourmet meal at home. Pair these flavorful lobster tails with sides like rice, fresh salad, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce. Treat yourself to this exquisite dining experience!
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cut the top of each lobster tail shell lengthwise and gently pull apart the shell to expose the meat.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place lobster tails in the baking dish and brush generously with half of the butter mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Drizzle remaining butter mixture over the cooked tails, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
– Ensure lobster tails are of similar size for even cooking.
– Experiment with herbs like thyme or dill for added flavor complexity.
– Broil for a few minutes at the end of baking for a golden-brown finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (about 150g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg