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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Experience the luxury of Garlic Butter Lobster Tails, a rich and flavorful seafood dish that's easy to prepare at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lobster tails Fresh lobster tails are recommended.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Optional, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut down the center of each lobster tail shell, stopping just before the end. Gently pull the lobster meat up and out, resting it on top of the shell while keeping it attached at the base.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and simmer for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet, drizzle with garlic butter sauce, and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bake the lobster tails for about 15-20 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Remove the lobster tails from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with extra garlic butter for dipping.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-10 minutes.