Golden Garlic Butter Lobster Tails – Restaurant-Worthy at Home! 🦞🧄✨
Servings: 2
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Lobster Tails
2 lobster tails
4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Lobster Tails
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut the top of the lobster shells lengthwise to expose the meat. Pull the meat slightly out of the shell and lay it on top.
Make Garlic Butter
Melt Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
Bake the Lobster
Brush Lobster: Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet. Brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through.
Serve
Plate the Dish: Serve the lobster tails hot, drizzled with any remaining garlic butter and garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Tips and Variations
Add Spice: Sprinkle with paprika or cayenne pepper for a little heat.
Serving Suggestion: Pair with a side of asparagus or a fresh salad.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your Golden Garlic Butter Lobster Tails – a luxurious and delicious meal made at home!