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Perfect Garlic Butter Broiled Lobster Tails Recipe with Lemon Herb Butter Easy and Delicious

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A quick and easy recipe for broiled lobster tails with a flavorful lemon herb garlic butter that delivers a rich, caramelized crust and tender, juicy lobster meat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lobster tails (about 6 oz / 170 g each), fresh or thawed frozen
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt to taste (kosher salt recommended)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: ½ tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Prep the lobster tails (10 minutes): Using kitchen scissors, cut down the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pry the shell open and lift the meat out, resting it on top of the shell.
  2. Make the lemon herb butter (5 minutes): In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth. Stir in smoked paprika if using.
  3. Preheat the broiler: Place your oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler element and preheat on high.
  4. Brush lobster tails: Generously spread the lemon herb butter over the exposed lobster meat using a spoon or basting brush, covering all surfaces.
  5. Broil the lobster tails (8-10 minutes): Place the lobster tails on a broiler-safe baking dish and slide under the broiler. Broil for about 8-10 minutes, watching closely until the lobster meat turns opaque and firm, and the butter bubbles and browns on top.
  6. Final touch: Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Spoon any melted butter from the pan over the lobster tails before serving.

Notes

Use softened butter (not melted) for even coating. Watch the broiler closely to avoid overcooking. Fresh herbs are best but frozen can be used if thawed and drained. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil herb blend. A quick sear before broiling can add caramelization. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat gently in a low oven.

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Keywords: lobster tails, garlic butter, lemon herb butter, broiled lobster, seafood recipe, easy lobster recipe, quick seafood dinner

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