Easiest Broiled Lobster Tails
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 lobster tails
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Calories
474 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easiest Broiled Lobster Tails
Description
This recipe starts by cutting through the top shell of lobster tails to reveal the meat, either leaving it in the shell or resting it on top for presentation. Garlic butter made with melted salted butter, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper is spooned over the meat to imbue it with savory richness. Broiling at a distance of about 6 inches cooks the lobster quickly, producing an opaque, slightly firm texture without drying it out.
The simplicity of the ingredients preserves the natural flavor and succulence of the lobster. The final step of serving with lemon wedges allows diners to add a fresh, bright acidity that cuts through the richness. Watching the broiler closely avoids overcooking, which can toughen the meat.
Choosing lobster tails between 4 to 6 ounces ensures even cooking. Thawing frozen tails in the refrigerator overnight also helps maintain texture and cooking consistency. Extra garlic butter can be prepared for dipping, amplifying the indulgence of the dish.
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails
- 1/2 cup butter melted, salted
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large lemon cut into wedges
Instructions
- Position an oven rack about 6 inches below the broiler element. Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, cut through the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise to expose the meat. Gently loosen the meat from the shel. You can leave it in the shell or lift it upward, and rest it on top of the shell for presentation. Place the prepared lobster tails on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl by microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Spoon or brush the mixture generously over the exposed lobster meat.
- Place the baking sheet on the prepared oven rack. Broil for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and no longer translucent, and the internal temperature reaches 140°F. Watch closely to avoid overcooking.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges. Squeeze the lemon juice over the lobster meat just before eating for added flavor.
Notes
- Select lobster tails weighing 4 to 6 ounces each for even cooking.
- Thaw frozen lobster tails in the refrigerator overnight before broiling.
- Make extra garlic butter for dipping alongside the broiled lobster meat.
- Watch the broiler carefully to prevent overcooking and drying out the lobster meat.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2lobster tails
Amount Per Serving
Calories 474 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1lobster tail | |
| Calories | 474kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 47g | 72% |
| Saturated Fat | 29g | 145% |
| Cholesterol | 202mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 965mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 201mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1418IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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