Best Broiled Lobster Tail Recipe
Juicy broiled lobster tails with a garlic butter glaze for a delicious seafood dish.
Ingredients
- 4 lobster tails (4-6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the lobster tails: Using kitchen scissors, cut through the top shell lengthwise, stopping at the tail fin. Gently pull the meat out and rest it on top of the shell.
- Make the garlic butter: In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Preheat the broiler: Set your oven to broil and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- Brush the lobster tails: Generously coat the lobster meat with the garlic butter mixture.
- Broil the lobster tails: Place them on a baking sheet and broil for 8-10 minutes until the meat is opaque and slightly golden on top.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh lobster tails for the best flavor, but frozen tails can be used if thawed properly.
- Keep an eye on the lobster while broiling to avoid overcooking.