Lobster Tail With Lemon, Garlic And Aleppo Pepper🦞🍋🌶️
Ingredients:
- 4 lobster tails, thawed if frozen
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper (or more, to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or a bit of oil.
2. Start by carefully cutting the top of each lobster tail with strong kitchen scissors. Cut down the shell towards the base, stopping just before the tail fin. Next, gently pull apart the shell to expose the lobster meat. You can use your fingers to lift the meat slightly and rest it on top of the shell for an impressive presentation.
3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Aleppo pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well to ensure the garlic is evenly distributed.
4. Place the prepared lobster tails in the greased baking dish. Pour the lemon-garlic butter mixture generously over each lobster tail, ensuring the meat is well coated.
5. Season the lobster tails with salt and black pepper to taste. If you’d like a little kick, feel free to sprinkle a bit more Aleppo pepper on top.
6. Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through. The shells should turn a vibrant red color, and you can check for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
7. Once done, remove the lobster tails from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
9. Enjoy this delightful dish hot, paired with your favorite sides, and get ready for an incredible seafood experience!