Lobster Tail Recipe
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 servings
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Calories
152 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Lobster Tail Recipe
Description
The Lobster Tail Recipe starts by preheating the oven to 500°F. The lobster tails are cut down the center of the shell, then the meat is loosened and pulled upward to rest on top of the shell. This butterflying technique exposes more surface area for even cooking and sauce coverage. A simple sauce of melted butter, minced garlic, and paprika is poured over the lobster meat to add moisture and flavor.
Baking takes approximately 9 to 10 minutes, cooking the meat just until it turns opaque without drying out. The high heat promotes gentle browning and ensures the meat remains juicy. Fresh parsley is sprinkled on top for color and a mild herbal note.
This dish is ideal for a special seafood meal and can be served with lemon slices, which add a bright acidity that complements the richness of the butter sauce. The recipe advises proper thawing of frozen lobster tails and careful handling during cooking to prevent overcooking and maintain tenderness.
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- ½ tsp paprika
- parsley to garnish, fresh
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare the lobster tails. Use kitchen scissors to slice down the center of each lobster tail shell.
- Then, use your hands to loosen up the lobster meat. Pull the meat upward and settle it on top of the lobster shell. See photos above for reference.
- Place these butterflied lobster tails on a pan.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic and paprika.
- Pour the melted butter mixture all over lobster meat.
- Cook for 9 to 10 minutes or until meat is opaque and no longer translucent.
- Finally, carefully remove from oven. Top with fresh parsley and more butter if desired.
Notes
- Ensure lobster tails are fully thawed before cooking to achieve even baking.
- Follow photo guides for butterflying tails to properly expose meat.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired before baking.
- Monitor cooking time closely to avoid overcooked, tough lobster meat.
- Be cautious handling the oven door at 500°F to prevent burns.
- Serve with lemon slices to add brightness to the rich butter sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 152kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 358mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 139mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 391IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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