Baked Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter
Indulge in an elegant seafood delight with these succulent lobster tails, baked to perfection and drizzled with a rich garlic butter sauce. This dish transforms any meal into a gourmet experience, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat at home. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can savor the taste of the ocean right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Using kitchen scissors, cut through the top shell of each lobster tail without cutting all the way through.
- Gently pull apart the shell to expose the meat; brush melted butter over the exposed meat and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix minced garlic with remaining melted butter and lemon juice; drizzle this mixture over each tail.
- Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until the meat is opaque and tender.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding paprika or using olive oil instead of butter for a lighter option. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven.