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Amberly Vahn

Grilled Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter

Grill lobster tails with garlic butter for a decadent and festive dish that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Ingredients
  • 4 each lobster tails, about 6-8 ounces each
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
  • for serving lemon wedges

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Kitchen scissors
  • Small bowl
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Start by using kitchen scissors to carefully cut down the middle of the lobster shell, stopping just before the tail fin.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat your grill to about 400°F.
  4. Once your grill is ready, place the lobster tails shell-side down on the grates. Brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture and grill for about 6-8 minutes.
  5. In the last minute of grilling, flip the tails to meat-side down and brush on any remaining garlic butter.
  6. Transfer the lobster tails onto a serving platter, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and arrange lemon wedges around.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Gently reheat or enjoy cold in salads.