The Best Grilled Lobster Tail Recipe (Crazy Easy)
User Reviews
4.8
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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
4 servings
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Calories
197 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
The Best Grilled Lobster Tail Recipe (Crazy Easy)
Description
The lobster tails are butterfly cut by slicing along the shell and pulling the meat to rest on top. The meat is scored if needed to lay flat. A mixture of melted butter, pressed garlic, and lemon juice is prepared to baste the lobster. Before grilling, the lobster is brushed with oil and lightly salted.
Grilling is done over medium-high heat starting meat side down to sear and develop color. After initial grilling, the tails are flipped to cook through until the flesh turns opaque. The garlic lemon butter is then brushed on just before serving to keep the flavors fresh and vibrant. This technique keeps the lobster moist and highlights its sweet seafood flavor.
The lobster tails should be eaten immediately off the grill to fully enjoy their tender texture. The recipe’s simplicity focuses on letting the lobster flavor come through, with a buttery garlic lemon accent.
Ingredients
- 4 lobster tails
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/3 cup butter unsalted
- 2 garlic pressed, cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Butterfly the lobster tails by slicing the the top of the shell with kitchen shears all the way to the base. Pull the meat out and place it gently atop the shell. Score the top of the flesh down the middle if necessary (sometimes it separates easily on its own).
- In a small bowl, whisk the melted butter with pressed garlic and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Brush lobster tail with avocado or olive oil and season with salt. Place the tails on a grill preheated to 400°F meat side down. Grill lobster for about 5 minutes or until it gets nice, golden grill marks. Flip it it over and grill it for 2-3 more minutes, or until the flesh turns opaque.
- Brush the lobster with the butter mixture and serve immediately!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 121mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 984mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 476IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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