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Delicious baked lobster tails ready to serve with garlic butter

Baked Lobster Tails

A simple yet impressive dish featuring lobster tails baked with a buttery, garlicky glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Seafood
Servings 2 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

Lobster Tails

  • 2 whole lobster tails Look for firm shells and fresh ocean scent.

For the Butter Mixture

  • 1/4 cup melted butter Use freshly melted for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) Fresh garlic gives the dish its soul.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds color and a gentle warmth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

For Serving

  • 1 juice lemon Drizzle over lobster before serving.
  • 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped for garnish) Fresh is best, but frozen works too.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and keep a rack in the middle position.
  • Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.
  • Using kitchen scissors, cut along the top of the lobster shell, stopping before the tail fin.
  • Gently spread the shell open to expose the meat and lift it to rest on top.
  • In a bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Brush the butter mixture over the lobster meat, reserving a spoonful to brush again halfway through baking.

Cooking

  • Bake for 10-15 minutes until the lobster meat is opaque. Start checking at 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
  • Optional: a few seconds under the broiler at the end can add a golden finish, but watch closely.

Notes

If you want to make the meal feel more casual, serve with roasted potatoes and a green salad. For elegant, pair with risotto or herbed couscous.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mg
Keyword Baked Lobster, easy dinner, Lobster Tails, Seafood Recipe, Weeknight Recipe
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