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Butter Garlic Lobster Tails

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  • Serves 2
  • Cooks in 25 mins (10m prep + 15m cook)
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Tastes: Bitter Salty Sour Sweet Umami
  • Estimated nutrition per serving

Lobster tail

local_grocery_store Ingredients

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  1. 1.Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2.Using kitchen shears, cut the top of the lobster shell lengthwise, exposing the meat.
  3. 3.Carefully loosen the meat from the shell, keeping it attached at the base.
  4. 4.Gently lift the meat and place a skewer through the tail to keep it straight while grilling.
  5. 5.In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  6. 6.Brush the butter garlic mixture generously over the lobster meat.
  7. 7.Grill the lobster tails for about 6-8 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and firm, turning once halfway through.
  8. 8.Remove the skewers and serve the lobster tails with lemon wedges, if desired.
  9. 9.Enjoy the butter garlic lobster tails while they're still hot and savor every bite!

lightbulb_outline Tips

  • chevron_rightIf you don't have access to a grill, you can also broil the lobster tails in the oven. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • chevron_rightServe the lobster tails with a side of buttery mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus for a complete and elegant meal.
  • chevron_rightDon't forget to have plenty of napkins on hand, as cracking into the lobster shells can get a bit messy!