Description
Succulent lemon garlic lobster tails dance with Mediterranean flavors, promising an elegant seafood experience. Delicate shellfish kissed by zesty citrus and aromatic garlic will transport you to coastal culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 lobster tails, thawed if frozen
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking and Garnish:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- Lemon wedges, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Carefully butterfly each lobster tail using kitchen shears, splitting the shell lengthwise without completely separating the meat from the shell. Gently separate the meat from the shell, lifting it to rest on top while keeping the base attached.
- Create a vibrant lemon garlic infusion by whisking melted butter with finely chopped garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, zesty lemon zest, aromatic dried parsley, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper until thoroughly combined.
- Position the oven rack approximately 6 inches from the broiler and preheat to high heat. Arrange the prepared lobster tails on a clean baking sheet, exposing the delicate meat upward.
- Lavishly coat the lobster meat with the prepared lemon garlic butter mixture, ensuring an even and generous coverage that will enhance the seafood’s natural flavors.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated broiler and cook for 6-8 minutes. Watch carefully as the meat transforms to a beautiful opaque white with subtle golden-brown edges, indicating perfect doneness.
- Remove from the broiler and immediately garnish with additional fresh lemon wedges and a sprinkle of finely chopped parsley. Serve piping hot with a small ramekin of extra lemon garlic butter for elegant dipping.
Notes
- Ensure lobster tails are thoroughly thawed before cooking to promote even heat distribution and prevent uneven cooking.
- Use a sharp kitchen shears or knife to carefully butterfly the lobster tails without damaging the delicate meat.
- Pat the lobster meat dry with paper towels before brushing with butter to achieve a beautiful golden-brown color and enhance caramelization.
- Monitor broiling closely to prevent overcooking, as lobster meat can quickly become tough and rubbery when exposed to high heat for too long.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg