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Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Perfect for Special Nights

Make Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails for an indulgent masterpiece that's easy to prepare, ideal for special occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 tails
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Tails
  • 2 medium Lobster Tails Essential for a succulent texture
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 6 tablespoons Melted Unsalted Butter Can substitute with ghee for dairy-free option
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh or dried garlic works in a pinch
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Pepper Flakes Adjust to suit your preferred spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped) Try chives or dill for a different twist
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice can be a suitable alternative
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential seasonings that elevate overall flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Kitchen Scissors
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  2. Carefully cut along the top shell of the lobster tails with kitchen scissors and gently lift the lobster meat out.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  4. Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the lobster tails and reserve some for serving later.
  5. Place lobster tails on the baking sheet and broil for about 6-8 minutes, until the meat is opaque.
  6. Remove from oven, plate, drizzle with reserved butter, and garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tailCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best flavor. Pair with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

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