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Grilled Lobster Tail

Learn how to make easy grilled lobster tails with a garlic butter sauce.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 129 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons salted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • pinch kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • 4 lobster tails (6-8 ounces each)
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

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  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together butter, garlic, chives, lemon juice, andsalt; set aside.
  2. Using kitchen shears, cut the lobster shell down the middle, stopping at the tail. Use a sharp knife to cut the meat down the center without cutting all the way through. Insert a skewer lengthwise through the tail to keep it from curling while cooking.
  3. Brush the tails with olive oil; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Preheat a grill over medium heat. Grill lobster, cut side down, for 5 minutes, until shells are bright pinkish-red. Flip the tails, baste with garlic butter, and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes, or until the lobster meat is an opaque white color and reads 135 degrees F.
  5. Baste with more garlic butter, sprinkle with chives and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Storing: Grilled lobster is best consumed immediately. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
  • Freezing: Grilled lobster tail can be frozen after they have been cooked. Simply place them in a freezer-safe bag or container and store them for up to two months. When you're ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat.
  • Reheating: The best way to reheat cooked lobster is to place it on a baking sheet and warm it in a preheated oven at 350F until heated through, which should only take a few minutes. You can also reheat grilled lobster tails by placing them back on the grill over low heat for a minute or two.
  • You can cut back on the amount of the garlic butter, if desired. Or you can omit the garlic butter. 
  • Serve with your favorite grilled sides or surf and turf style with grilled steak.

Nutrition Information

Calories 129kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 103mg (34%) Sodium 343mg (14%) Potassium 136mg (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 330IU (7%) Vitamin C 3.1mg (3%) Calcium 60mg (6%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 129

% Daily Value*

Calories 129kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 103mg 34%
Sodium 343mg 14%
Potassium 136mg 3%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 330IU 7%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 3%
Calcium 60mg 6%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.