Recipes For Lobster Tails

This lobster tail recipe is a decadent dinner made with large lobster tails smothered with a buttery garlic herb sauce then broiled under high heat making these lobster tails tender and juicy. The ultimate indulgence!

Butter Garlic Herb Broiled Lobster is a decadent dinner that comes together quickly and easily. Impress your sweetheart or family with this beautiful lobster tail recipe. I love how simple it is to prepare and broil. Staying home and enjoying this AMAZING dinner together is just what we want to do this year for Valentine’s Day. It is perfect for us and we still get to enjoy a delicious meal without paying the price and having to wait or make reservations in advance.

Lobster tail is one of my favorite meals when eating out. I knew I needed something special this Valentine’s Day. It is full of a buttery garlic herb dip that is slathered on each one. Once you taste the thick, tender, juicy lobster tail it will melt in your mouth. This seafood recipe is mouthwatering! Don’t let this recipe scare you. It is easier than you think!

recipes for lobster tails

How To Cook Lobster Tail In The Oven
  1. Prepare the oven. Preheat the oven to Broil (500 degrees F or 260 degrees C). …
  2. Mix together butter sauce. Whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
  3. Brush lobster tails with butter. …
  4. Broil lobster tails. …
  5. Garnish and enjoy!

The Best Lobster Tail Recipe Ever!

recipes for lobster tails

The Best Lobster Tail Recipe Ever is a decadent dinner made with large lobster tails smothered with a buttery garlic herb sauce then broiled under high heat making these lobster tails tender and juicy. The ultimate indulgence!

Prep: 10min

Total: 20min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 155 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 4 lobster tails
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter (melted)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon parsley (chopped)

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to broil or 500 degrees. Start by preparing the lobster. Using kitchen shears butterfly the tail by cutting down the center. Loosen the meat and pull the lobster meat upward. Salt and pepper the meat and set on a baking sheet.
  2. In a small bowl whisk together the melted butter, garlic, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and parsley. Spread evenly on each lobster tail.
  3. Broil the lobster tails for about 8-10 minutes or until the meat is opaque and lightly brown on the top. Serve with melted butter if desired.

The Best Broiled Lobster Tails Ever

recipes for lobster tails

Easy broiled lobster tails in just 10 minutes – with light notes of lemon, butter, paprika, and white pepper.

Prep: 2min

Total: 10min

Serving Size: 1 tail

Nutrition Facts: calories 208 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 99 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Saturated Fat 6 grams saturated fat, servingSize 1 tail , Sodium 329 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, Trans Fat 0 grams trans fat, unSaturated Fat 4 grams unsaturated fat

Ingredients:

  • 2 Lobster tails (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon butter, divided
  • pinch celtic sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Instruction:

  1. Preheat broiler to high.
  2. Set lobster tails on a baking sheet or in an oven safe dish.
  3. With sharp kitchen scissors or a knife, carefully cut the top of the lobster tail shell down to the tip of the tail, avoiding the meat. Devein and remove any grit if needed.
  4. Carefully pull shell down, so meat looks like it is sitting on top of shell and open.
  5. To make it look even better, slide a lemon wedge or two under the lobster meat in between the meat and the tail.
  6. Mix spices in a small bowl.
  7. Sprinkle with spices.
  8. Add small pats of butter along the lobster tail.
  9. Place in oven on an upper middle rack.
  10. Let cook until meat is opaque and white, about 8-10 minutes.
  11. Remove and serve immediately with drawn butter.

Broiled Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter

recipes for lobster tails

These broiled lobster tails with garlic butter are tender, succulent, and perfectly cooked! Learn how to thaw, prepare, butterfly, and cook in the oven until tender and juicy. Great on Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or any special occasion!

Prep: 7min

Total: 17min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 570 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 lobster tails
  • lemon wedges (for serving)
  • 3 Tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 Tablespoon parsley (chopped)
  • ⅓ teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
  • ⅛ teaspoon sea salt (only if using unsalted butter)
  • ⅙ teaspoon black pepper

Instruction:

  1. Preheat: Preheat oven to broil (500° F) and place the oven rack 5 inches from the top heating element.
  2. Butterfly lobster tails: Using sharp kitchen shears, cut down the length of the lobster tail just before reaching the tail fin. Pull out the meat and lay it on top of the shell. If needed, use a spoon to help detach the meat from the shell. See photos in post for details.
  3. Make garlic butter: Combine all ingredients for the garlic butter sauce and brush on top of lobster. Thoroughly cover the meat to keep it moist and prevent it from drying out in the oven. Make extra for serving if desired.
  4. Broil: Broil until the lobster is fully cooked. It should take about 7 to 10 minutes depending on size. The meat should be firm, opaque, and white in color with an internal temperature of 140° to 145° F. Serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy!

Perfect Lobster Tails

recipes for lobster tails

We tried lobster tails every which way — steamed, baked, grilled, broiled — and this is our favorite. Fast and foolproof, this recipe is your ticket to an impressive main course in minutes.

Total: 0 20min0

Yield: 4 servings

Serving Size: 1 of 4 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 4 servings, calories 327, Fat 24g, Saturated Fat 15g, Carbohydrate 1g, Fiber 0g, Sugar 0g, Protein 26g, Cholesterol 259mg, Sodium 664mg

Ingredients:

  • Four 5- to 6-ounce frozen lobster tails, thawed (see Cook’s Note)
  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the broiler. Place a wire cooling rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Cut the top shell of the lobster tails lengthwise down the middle with kitchen shears. Then, using a knife, cut all the way through the tails to split into 2 pieces. Place them flesh-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Mix together the butter, parsley, shallot, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
  3. Spread 2 teaspoons of the compound butter on the flesh of each lobster tail half. Broil until the shells turn a bright orange, the flesh is opaque and cooked through and the tails begin to curl, about 4 minutes.
  4. Transfer the tails to a serving platter and top each half with another teaspoon of the compound butter (save the remainder for another use).

Lobster Tails Recipe – How to Make the Best Lobster Tail

FAQ

What is the best method of cooking lobster tails?

Brush the lobster meat with butter and season with salt. Bake the lobster tails in a 350 degrees F oven until an instant-read thermometer registers 140 degrees F. Serve the lobsters on top of their shells for a gorgeous presentation.

Is it better to boil or bake lobster tails?

If you aren’t sure which method to use, we strongly recommend boiling your lobster tails because it’s your best bet to avoid the tails sticking to the shell. To get started, click on your cooking method below.

Do you rinse lobster tail before cooking?

Whether you purchased frozen or fresh lobster tails, you should always first rinse off the tails’ exterior. To ensure the lobsters are clean, scrub the shell only, not the exposed meat. Do not submerge the tails in water as the meat can absorb the liquid, creating a watery tasting lobster.

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