Lobster Tail With Lemon, Garlic And Aleppo Pepper 🦞🍋🌶️
Ingredients:
- 4 lobster tails
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of Aleppo pepper (adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing the lobster tails. Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut through the top shell of each lobster tail, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pull apart the shell to expose the meat while still leaving it attached at the base. This will allow the flavor to infuse the lobster meat while it cooks.
2. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, Aleppo pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix everything together well to create a flavorful marinade.
3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using an oven, set it to broil.
4. Season the exposed lobster meat generously with salt. Then, using a brush, generously apply the garlic and olive oil mixture over the lobster meat, ensuring it is well coated.
5. Place the lobster tails on the grill, flesh-side down, and grill for about 5-7 minutes, or until the meat starts to turn opaque and develops a nice char. If broiling, place them on a baking sheet and watch carefully, as they may cook faster, usually within 5-6 minutes.
6. After grilling, flip the lobster tails over, allowing them to finish cooking shell-side down for an additional 4-5 minutes. This will help retain moisture while allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
7. Once cooked, remove the lobster tails from the grill or oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
8. Serve the lobster tails garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Enjoy this magnificent dish that perfectly balances the richness of the lobster with the brightness of lemon and the heat from the Aleppo pepper! Perfect for a special occasion or a delightful dinner at home.