Ultimate Guide: How to Make Garlic Butter Lobster Tail Fast!
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Description
Discover quick steps for garlic butter lobster tail prep. Elevate your seafood game with this easy and delicious recipe! Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
2 large lobster tails (about 6–8 oz each)
1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter
4 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prepping the Lobster Tails – Cut along the top shell from the base toward the tail end with kitchen scissors, ensuring to leave the meat intact for presentation. Gently pull apart the shell to expose and loosen the meat.
Step 2: Mixing the Garlic Butter – Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Basting the Lobster – Brush the lobster meat generously with the garlic butter mixture.
Step 4: Baking the Lobster Tails – Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), line a baking sheet with foil, place the lobster tails meat-side up, pour remaining butter over them, and bake for 8-10 minutes until meat is opaque.
Step 5: Serving Your Dish – Let the lobster tails rest for a minute, drizzle with extra butter, and garnish with lemon wedges before serving.
Notes
This Garlic Butter Lobster Tail recipe transforms an extravagant sea delicacy into a delightful dining experience right in your own kitchen. Impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make dish that is full of flavor.
