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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Garlic Butter Lobster Tails for a Perfect Date Night Feast

Garlic butter lobster tails are the perfect dish for a special dinner, combining indulgent flavors with simple preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 2 tails
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster
  • 2 tails Lobster Tails Fresh Maine or Rock lobster tails are the best choice for flavor.
  • 1.25 teaspoons Kosher Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 0.125 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper Just a pinch adds warmth and depth.
For the Butter Sauce
  • 1 stick Unsalted Butter One stick (8 tablespoons) will provide richness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Grated, fresh is best.
  • 1.25 teaspoons Paprika Divided, for a hint of smokiness.
  • 1.25 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning Divided, enhances seafood flavor.
  • 1 dash Garlic Powder A boost for garlic flavor.
  • 1 dash Onion Powder For a subtle onion taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Brightens the dish.
For Garnish
  • 0.25 cups Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
  • 1 wedge Lemon Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Kitchen Scissors
  • Small Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Gather your ingredients and tools.
  2. Carefully cut down the back of each lobster shell, using kitchen scissors.
  3. Gently pull back the shell and lift the lobster meat on top.
  4. Combine paprika, Old Bay seasoning, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper and sprinkle over the lobster meat.
  5. Bake the lobster tails for 10 minutes or until meat turns opaque.
  6. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in garlic, parsley, lemon zest, and spices.
  7. Brush lobsters with garlic butter mixture after baking.
  8. Broil for 3 minutes until edges are slightly charred.
  9. Drizzle remaining garlic butter sauce and garnish with parsley and lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tailCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with sides like garlic mashed potatoes or grilled asparagus for a complete meal.

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