Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails are a decadent seafood delight, featuring tender lobster tails bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce—ideal for romantic dinners or special occasions.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 2 lobster tails
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Using kitchen shears, carefully cut the lobster shells down the center, leaving them attached at the base.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper; let it simmer briefly.
- Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and generously baste with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the lobster is opaque and tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate fresh herbs like dill or chili flakes.
- Serve with sides like asparagus or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.