Perfect Broiled Lobster Tails with Zesty Lemon Garlic Butter
A delightful and fast dinner that combines succulent lobster tails with a tangy butter sauce, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
For the lobster tails
- 2 pieces lobster tails (6-8 ounces each, fresh or frozen, thawed) Thaw frozen tails in the fridge overnight or in cold water for about 30-60 minutes.
For the lemon garlic butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Melted butter adds richness to the dish.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh minced garlic is recommended for better flavor.
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Fresh lemon juice enhances the overall flavor.
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest Add zest for a bright snap; if unavailable, use bottled lemon juice.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven broiler to high heat and position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- Line a baking sheet with foil to save cleanup time.
- Using sharp kitchen shears, cut lengthwise down the center of the top shell of each tail, stopping just before the tail fan.
- Gently pull the meat up through the opening and rest it on top of the shell.
Butter Mixture
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well blended.
Broiling
- Brush half of the lemon garlic butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat.
- Place the prepared lobster tails on the foil-lined baking sheet with space between each tail.
- Broil for 5 to 7 minutes, watching closely for light color and aroma.
- Remove from the oven and brush with the remaining butter mixture.
- Broil again for another 3 to 5 minutes until the meat is opaque and firm, reaching an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve family-style with extra lemon wedges and garlic butter. For sides, consider a crisp salad, steamed asparagus, or pasta. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mg
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