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Baked lobster tails with lemon garlic butter served on a plate

Baked Lobster Tails with Lemon Garlic Butter

A quick and impressive dish featuring tender lobster tails baked with a rich lemon garlic butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Tails

  • 4 pieces lobster tails (4-6 ounces each, thawed)

For the Lemon Garlic Butter

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) Reduce salt if using salted butter.
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Use fresh lemon for best flavor.
  • 1 tsp lemon zest Adds brightness.
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped) Dried parsley can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Optional for color and flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Butterfly the lobster tails by cutting the top shell and lifting the meat to rest on top.
  • In a bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, zest, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and fragrant.

Cooking

  • Spoon the butter mixture generously over the lobster meat, allowing some to drip into the shell.
  • Bake for 8-12 minutes until the meat is opaque. Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra color.
  • Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges and parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, baste the lobster with warm butter halfway through baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mg
Keyword Baked Lobster Tails, Dinner Recipe, Easy Seafood, Lemon Garlic Butter, Lobster
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