Description
This luscious Lobster Tail recipe features succulent lobster meat broiled to perfection with a savory garlic herb butter. Bursting with flavors from garlic, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and fresh parsley, this dish is a simple yet elegant seafood delight ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a special occasion or an impressive dinner, enjoy tender lobster with aromatic herb-infused butter that elevates every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 4 lobster tails
Seasonings & Herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Butter Mixture
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lobster: Preheat your oven to the broil setting. Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, butterfly the lobster tails by cutting down the center of the shell lengthwise. Carefully loosen the lobster meat from the shell, gently pulling it upward while keeping it attached at the base to create a beautiful presentation.
- Make the Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and chopped parsley until all ingredients are thoroughly combined, creating a fragrant and flavorful butter sauce.
- Broil the Lobster: Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with foil. Generously spread the garlic herb butter mixture evenly over the exposed lobster meat. Broil the lobster tails for 8 to 10 minutes until the lobster meat turns opaque and is lightly browned on top, indicating that it is perfectly cooked.
Notes
- Keep a close eye on the lobster while broiling to prevent burning, as oven broiler temperatures can vary.
- Butter amounts and seasoning can be adjusted to taste; add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness if desired.
- Ensure lobster meat is fully cooked and opaque but avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and presentation.
