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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

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Garlic Butter Lobster Tails are a luxurious seafood dish that transforms any meal into an exquisite dining experience. Featuring tender lobster meat bathed in a delectable garlic herb and lemon butter sauce, this recipe is both elegant and effortless. Perfect for special occasions or intimate dinners, you’ll impress your guests with its rich flavors and stunning presentation. With a quick cooking time of just 20 minutes, this dish is convenient for weeknight meals and last-minute gatherings without compromising taste.

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 lobster tails (1 lb total)
  • 1/2 stick salted butter (melted)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven's broiler.
  2. Using kitchen scissors, cut the tops of the lobster shells to expose the meat.
  3. Mix melted butter with garlic, parsley, and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl.
  4. Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the lobster tails.
  5. Broil for 5–8 minutes until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Broiling
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 470mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg