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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

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Juicy lobster tails drizzled with a luscious garlic butter sauce, perfectly baked for a truly indulgent meal

Ingredients

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  1. 4 lobster tails (fresh or frozen)
  2. ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  3. 3 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 1 tbsp lemon juice
  5. 1 tsp paprika
  6. ½ tsp dried parsley
  7. Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  8. Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
  9. Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  • Prepare the Lobster Tails:
    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
    Use kitchen shears or a sharp knife to carefully cut the top of each lobster shell lengthwise, exposing the meat. Gently pull the lobster meat out and rest it on top of the shell (“piggybacking” the lobster meat).
  • Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
    In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Cook the Lobster Tails:
    Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the lobster meat, ensuring even coverage.
  • Bake:
    Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and firm to the touch. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  • Serve:
    Remove from the oven and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the lobster meat.
    Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges for a zesty finish.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure the lobster tails are thawed completely before preparation if frozen.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the garlic butter sauce.

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