Description
Succulent butter seared lobster tails elevate dining experiences with luxurious maritime elegance. Coastal charm meets culinary finesse, inviting you to savor each exquisite, tender bite of pure oceanic perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 lobster tails (about 56 ounces/1.6 kilograms each)
Butter and Seasonings:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare a culinary masterpiece by setting the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C), creating the perfect environment for succulent seafood.
- Carefully navigate through the lobster tail’s protective shell using precision kitchen scissors, slicing lengthwise with a delicate touch while preserving the tail’s structural integrity.
- Gently separate the shell, revealing the tender meat beneath, and delicately lift the flesh without completely detaching it from the base, creating an elegant presentation.
- Arrange the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet, then lavishly coat the exposed meat with a generous brushing of melted butter, followed by a sprinkle of aromatic paprika, and a harmonious blend of salt and pepper.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and allow the lobster tails to transform for 12-15 minutes, watching for the meat to turn opaque and achieve perfect doneness.
- Simultaneously, craft a flavor-enhancing garlic butter by melting the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat, introducing minced garlic and allowing it to release its fragrant essence for 1-2 minutes.
- Once the lobster tails emerge from the oven, elevate their flavor profile by drizzling the infused garlic butter and a splash of bright lemon juice over the delicate meat.
- Add a final flourish of freshly chopped parsley as a vibrant garnish, and accompany the dish with wedges of lemon to provide a zesty complement to the rich, buttery lobster.
Notes
- Butterfly the lobster tails carefully to prevent tearing the delicate meat, ensuring an elegant presentation that impresses dinner guests.
- Use unsalted butter to control salt levels and let the natural lobster flavor shine through, creating a more refined taste experience.
- For gluten-free diners, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, making it a versatile option for various dietary requirements.
- If fresh lobster tails are unavailable, frozen tails work perfectly when fully thawed and patted dry before cooking to prevent excess moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg