Description
Experience the succulent taste of perfectly broiled lobster tails infused with garlic, herbs, and butter. This elegant yet simple recipe highlights tender lobster meat seasoned with a blend of paprika, thyme, rosemary, and parsley, delivering a flavorful seafood dish that’s perfect for special occasions or a gourmet treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 4 lobster tails
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme, minced
- 1 teaspoon rosemary, minced
- 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to the broil setting or 500 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure a high heat cooking environment ideal for broiling lobster tails quickly and evenly.
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, carefully butterfly each lobster tail by cutting down the center shell. Gently loosen and pull the lobster meat upward, resting it above the shell for even cooking. Season the lobster meat generously with salt and pepper, then place the tails on a baking sheet.
- Make Herb Butter: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, thyme, rosemary, and chopped parsley until well combined, creating a fragrant, flavorful basting sauce.
- Apply Butter Mixture: Evenly brush or spoon the herb butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat to coat every tail with plenty of flavor.
- Broil Lobster Tails: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and broil the lobster tails for 8 to 10 minutes. The lobster meat should become opaque and slightly browned on top, indicating that it is perfectly cooked.
- Serve: Remove from the oven carefully and serve immediately with additional melted butter, if desired, for dipping and extra richness.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the lobster tails as lobster meat can become tough and rubbery if cooked too long.
- Using fresh herbs enhances the flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted in a pinch at slightly reduced quantities.
- Broiling is a quick method that requires close attention; keep an eye on the lobster to prevent burning.
- Pair with lemon wedges or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lobster tail, broiled lobster, seafood recipe, garlic butter lobster, easy lobster tails
