Garlic Butter Broiled Lobster Tails

The rich, succulent flavor of the lobster combined with the creamy, garlicky butter sauce will have your taste buds dancing. The dish is perfect for a special occasion or date night, and is sure to impress any seafood lover. Enjoy!

Lobster tails are the edible part of the lobster that is located at the back of the body and contains the majority of the meat.

Lobster tails can be cooked using various methods, including boiling, steaming, grilling, baking, and broiling. The method of cooking can affect the flavor and texture of the meat, with some methods resulting in tender, succulent meat and others resulting in firmer, more flavorful meat.

FAQs

Here are some common questions and answers about broiled lobster tails:

What are broiled lobster tails? Broiled lobster tails are lobster tails that are cooked under the broiler, which is a type of heating element in the oven that browns and cooks food quickly. The lobster tails are typically seasoned and then placed on a baking sheet and placed under the broiler for a few minutes until they are cooked through and the shells are bright red.
How do you prepare lobster tails for broiling? To prepare lobster tails for broiling, start by using kitchen scissors to cut the top of the lobster tails lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through the tail. This will allow the meat to cook more evenly and also make it easier to remove from the shell when the dish is finished. Next, season the tails with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
How long do you broil lobster tails? Lobster tails typically take 5-7 minutes to broil, depending on their size and the strength of your broiler. To check if the tails are done, use a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the meat has reached 145-150 degrees Fahrenheit. You can also cut into the tail to check that the meat is cooked through and no longer translucent.
Can you broil frozen lobster tails? Yes, you can broil frozen lobster tails. However, it is best to thaw the tails in the refrigerator overnight before broiling to ensure that they cook evenly. To thaw the tails, place them in a sealable plastic bag and place them in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
What do you serve with broiled lobster tails? Broiled lobster tails are typically served with a side of melted butter for dipping, as well as a side of steamed vegetables or a salad. They can also be served over a bed of rice or pasta, or with a sauce on the side, such as a lemon butter sauce or a garlic butter sauce.

Make it

Garlic Butter Broiled Lobster Tails

Ingredients

4 oz each lobster tail, 4 tails

4 tablespoons butter, melted

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon lemon juice

4 wedges of lemon, to serve

Preparation

Using a clean pair of scissors or kitchen shears, cut along the middle of the top of the shell towards the fins of the tail, making sure to cut in a straight line. Do not cut through the end of the tail.

Flip the tail over to the see-through side and crack the ribs using both thumbs down the center. This helps open the shell. Remove and discard the vein if you see one.

Separate the meat from the two sides of the shell, then lift the meat up and out from inside the shell.

Press the two sides of the shell together, then lay the meat over the seam where the two shells meet.

Preheat oven to Broil on high heat with a rack in the center of the oven. Place the rack so the top meaty portion of the lobster tails is about 6" away from the top heating element.

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, salt, garlic, lemon juice, and parsley, then brush the mixture evenly over the lobster meat. Sprinkle black pepper and paprika over the lobster meat.

Place the tails onto a baking sheet or any oven-safe dish, then bake for approximately 5 -10 minutes, until the lobsters are fully cooked but not rubbery.

The finished lobster should be white and no longer translucent in the center and register at least 140˚F on an instant-read thermometer.

Enjoy this amazing Broiled Lobster Tail! Buen Provecho!