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Easy Lobster Tail Recipe for Beginners (No Fail!)

Easy Lobster Tail Recipe for Beginners – Gourmet Made Simple

Enjoy a simple and no-fail Easy Lobster Tail Recipe for Beginners that brings gourmet dining to your home in under 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 lobster tails
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Tails
  • 2 pieces Lobster Tails Ensure tails are fully thawed before preparation for optimal texture.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute half with low-sodium broth for a lighter version.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic yields the best flavor; avoid pre-minced versions.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon recommended for the best taste; bottled juice can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Fresh lemon recommended for the best taste; bottled juice can be used in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley Dried parsley can be used but won't provide the same vibrant taste or texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust quantities to taste or use alternate seafood seasonings.
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning Adjust quantities to taste or use alternate seafood seasonings.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • kitchen shears
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven's broiler to high, positioning the rack about 6 inches from the heating element.
  2. Using kitchen shears, carefully cut lengthwise through the top of each lobster tail shell, stopping just before the tail fin. Lift the lobster meat out, allowing it to rest on top of the shell.
  3. In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Whisk in the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, paprika, Old Bay seasoning, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat, reserving a small portion of the sauce.
  5. Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for 8 minutes, or until the meat turns opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 140-145°F.
  6. Brush the reserved garlic butter over the top and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1lobster tailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking the lobster for the best texture. Always use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge and consume within two days.

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