Lobster Tails Recipe
Tender, succulent lobster tails baked to perfection with a garlic-herb butter sauce, served with lemon wedges for a luxurious seafood experience.
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet (lined with parchment paper)
- 1 Kitchen shears
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Measuring cups/spoons
- 1 Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 2 large lobster tails 6-8 oz each, thawed
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Prepare Lobster: Using kitchen shears, cut through the shell’s top (not the tail fan). Gently lift meat from shell, leaving it attached at the base.
- Marinate: In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Brush generously over lobster meat.
- Bake: Place lobster tails (meat-side up) on the baking sheet. Bake 12-15 mins until meat is opaque and shells turn bright red.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges and extra garlic butter for dipping.
Notes
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Thaw lobster tails overnight in the fridge.
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Adjust baking time based on tail size.
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Pair with mashed potatoes or garlic bread.
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Store leftovers in airtight containers (1-2 days).