Description
Indulge in the luxurious experience of buttery baked lobster tails, a dish that effortlessly combines the delicate sweetness of fresh lobster with rich, melted butter and a hint of garlic. Perfect for special occasions or cozy date nights, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal ready in just minutes. With minimal prep and straightforward cooking steps, you’ll impress your guests and elevate any dining experience. Serve these succulent lobster tails alongside your favorite sides, and enjoy a feast that tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lobster tails
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cut down the center of each lobster tail shell to expose the meat.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter, add garlic until fragrant, then stir in lemon juice and paprika.
- Place lobster tails in the prepared dish and brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the meat is opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C), basting halfway through.
- Remove from oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and drizzle with remaining garlic butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg