best lobster tail
This recipe will guide you through the steps to prepare the best lobster tail you’ve ever tasted. With buttery flavor and a hint of garlic, this dish promises to impress at any dinner table.
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Kitchen scissors
- 1 Basting brush
- 1 Small bowl
- 1 Aluminum foil
- 1 Meat thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 pieces lobster tails 5-7 oz each.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick.
- 3 cloves garlic minced.
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- for garnish none fresh parsley chopped, optional.
- for serving none lemon wedges optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the lobster tails by using kitchen scissors to cut through the shell lengthwise, leaving the tail fan intact. Gently pull the meat out of the shell and lay it on top.
- In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Once melted, add the minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet, and baste the meat with the garlic butter mixture generously.
- Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the meat is opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
- Remove from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Baste again with the remaining garlic butter before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For added flavor, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
Serve the lobster tails with a side of garlic bread or a salad for a complete meal.
Ensure that the lobster tails are fresh; if using frozen, thaw them completely before cooking.