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When making garlic butter lobster tail, you need fresh, quality ingredients. The main star is the lobster tail, of course. Look for four thawed lobster tails for this recipe. These should be firm and smell briny, like the ocean.

GARLIC BUTTER LOBSTER TAILRECIPE

Impress your guests with a quick and flavorful garlic butter lobster tail recipe that’s perfect for any occasion! This easy-to-follow guide walks you through selecting fresh lobster tails, preparing a rich garlic butter sauce, and cooking methods that ensure tender, mouthwatering results. With tips for pairing delicious sides and customizing flavors, you’ll be a seafood star in no time. Click to explore this scrumptious recipe and elevate your dining experience!
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Ingredients
  

4 lobster tails, thawed

1/2 cup unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

    Use kitchen shears to carefully cut the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise down the middle, stopping just before the tail fan.

      Gently pull apart the shell to expose the lobster meat, and slightly lift the meat above the shell for a beautiful presentation.

        In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.

          Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in lemon juice, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.

            Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the exposed lobster meat, making sure to get some into the shell for flavor.

              Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet, and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over them.

                Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through. Optionally, you can broil them for an additional 2-3 minutes for a nice golden top.

                  Once done, remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.

                    Serve the lobster tails with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 mins | 25 mins | 4 servings