Lobster Tails with Garlic Lemon Butter
Lobster Tails with Garlic Lemon Butter is a luxurious yet simple seafood dish perfect for special occasions or a delicious indulgence. The tender lobster meat is broiled to perfection and paired with a flavorful garlic lemon butter sauce, which enhances the sweetness of the lobster and creates a mouthwatering combination of flavors.
Ingredients:
- 4 lobster tails
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
How to Cook:
- Preheat your broiler. Use kitchen shears to cut the lobster tails lengthwise down the middle and gently pull apart to expose the meat.
- Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet, brushing them with a little butter.
- In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then stir in lemon juice, zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic lemon butter generously over the lobster meat.
- Broil the lobster tails for 8-10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and slightly browned.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
History:
Lobster tails with garlic lemon butter is a modern twist on a classic seafood dish. While lobster has been enjoyed for centuries, the combination of garlic, butter, and lemon likely became popular in the 20th century, as butter-based sauces became central to seafood preparations. The dish has gained widespread popularity in high-end restaurants and home kitchens alike, offering a simple yet elegant way to enjoy lobster.
