Broiled Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter 🦞🧈
Elegant, buttery, and ready in minutes—pure seafood indulgence!
📝 Ingredients:
1 lobster tail (5–6 oz)
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste
Lemon wedge, for serving
Optional: pinch of parsley or cayenne for garnish
🍽️ Directions:
1️⃣ Prep the Lobster Tail:
Using kitchen shears, cut down the top shell lengthwise to the base. Gently lift the meat above the shell while keeping it attached. Rest it on top of the shell for presentation.
2️⃣ Make Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Brush & Broil:
Preheat broiler to high (around 500°F / 260°C). Place lobster tail on a baking tray, brush generously with garlic butter, and broil for 7–8 minutes or until opaque and lightly golden on top.
4️⃣ Serve It Up:
Serve hot with extra garlic butter on the side and a fresh lemon wedge.
5️⃣ Optional Finishing Touch:
Sprinkle with a dash of parsley or cayenne for color and flavor pop.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 13 minutes
Calories: ~250 per tail | Protein: ~27g per serving