Description
Indulge in the succulent flavor of Butter-Basted Broiled Lobster Tails, a classic seafood dish that’s perfect for a special dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Lobster Tails:
- 4 lobster tails (4 to 6 oz each)
Butter Mixture:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Cut down the center of the top shell of each lobster tail. Pull the meat upward and rest on the shell.
- Make Butter Mixture: Whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Broil Lobster Tails: Brush lobster tails with butter mixture. Broil for 8-10 minutes, basting halfway through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from oven, brush with remaining butter, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by adding white wine or cayenne to the butter mix.
- Pair with garlic mashed potatoes or a light salad for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
