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Grilled Lobster Tails with Butter


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  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This delicious grilled lobster tails recipe features succulent lobster meat brushed with a savory butter mixture, perfect for summer barbecues.


Ingredients

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  • 4 lobster tails
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Lobster: Use kitchen shears to cut the top side of the lobster shells lengthwise. Gently pull apart the shells and lift the meat without detaching it completely from the end of the tail. Let it rest on top of the shell.

  2. Make the Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  3. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C).

  4. Butter the Lobster Tails: Brush the lobster meat with the prepared butter mixture. Reserve some for later.

  5. Grilling: Place the lobster tails on the grill, meat side up. Grill for about 5-6 minutes, then flip and grill for another 4-5 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and firm to the touch.

  6. Final Basting: During the last minute of grilling, brush the lobster tails with the remaining butter mixture for extra flavor.

  7. Serve: Remove the lobster tails from the grill. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overcook the lobster tails, as this may result in tough, chewy meat.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature; it should reach 140°F (60°C).
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can use a broiler in the oven following the same time guidelines.
  • Experiment with additional spices or herbs to suit your taste.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg