The Best Broiled Lobster Tail
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
150 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
The Best Broiled Lobster Tail
Description
This broiled lobster tail recipe begins by using sharp kitchen scissors to cut through the shell along the center, allowing the meat to be gently lifted and rest atop the shell. The exposed lobster meat is seasoned with garlic parsley salt and small pieces of unsalted butter distributed across the surface. The lobster tails are placed under a hot broiler and cooked until the meat turns opaque white, usually about eight minutes.
The broiling method imparts a subtly cooked texture with slight caramelization from the butter, resulting in tender, juicy lobster meat that retains moisture. Lemon juice added after cooking provides fresh acidity to complement the natural sweetness of the lobster.
Served immediately, this simple preparation highlights the lobster's flavor and allows for easy plating. It is a straightforward technique for enjoying lobster tails without an elaborate sauce or additional ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails
- 2 tbsp butter unsalted
- 1 tsp garlic parsley salt
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- With sharp kitchen scissors, cut through the center of the top of each lobster tail.
- Carefully pull the shell under the meat so it looks like the meat is sitting on top of the shell.
- Season the meat with garlic parsley salt, followed by little pieces of butter.
- Broil the lobster tail on high until the meat is opaque and white (about 8 minutes). Remove the tails and drizzle with lemon juice. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1530mg | 64% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 353IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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