Description
Delicious broiled lobster tails served in a rich and creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for a special occasion or a luxurious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise and place them on a baking sheet, shell side down.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the lobster meat.
- Broil the lobster tails for about 8-10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to watch the lobster closely while broiling to prevent overcooking.
- Serve with additional garlic butter on the side for dipping.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Broiled Lobster Tails, Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce, Seafood Recipe, Lobster Recipe