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Lemon Garlic Lobster Tails

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This Lemon Garlic Lobster Tails recipe offers a luxurious seafood dish that’s simple to make, perfect for special occasions or a quick gourmet meal at home, featuring succulent lobster meat brushed with garlic-lemon butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lobster tails Choose fresh lobster tails for best flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons butter Melted for the garlic lemon mixture.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the flavor of the butter.
  • 1 unit lemon (juice and zest) Adds brightness to the dish.
  • to taste salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • to taste paprika Optional, for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw (if frozen) and pat lobster tails dry. Use kitchen shears to cut down the top center of each shell, from the open end toward the base, stopping before the tail fan.
  2. Gently pry the shell open and lift the meat out, resting it on top of the shell (but keep attached at the base) to achieve the classic 'butterfly' presentation. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or set the broiler to medium-high.
  2. Melt the butter and stir in minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let the mixture sit for a minute to allow the garlic to soften and infuse the butter.
  3. Brush a generous amount of the garlic-lemon butter over the exposed meat. Reserve a tablespoon for finishing.
  4. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and roast for 8–12 minutes for smaller tails or 12–15 minutes for larger ones; broil for 6–10 minutes, watching closely.
  5. The meat should turn opaque, white, and feel firm to the touch. An internal temperature around 140–145°F (60–63°C) is ideal.
  6. Remove from oven, brush with reserved butter, squeeze fresh lemon over the top, and sprinkle with paprika for color.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and any extra garlic-lemon butter for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 36gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 480mg

Notes

For best results, use unsalted butter and adjust salt to taste. Fresh lemon is preferred for zesting and juicing. Roasted garlic can substitute for fresh if a milder flavor is desired.
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