Description
Lemon Butter Grilled Lobster Tails are an exquisite seafood delight that combines the sweetness of fresh lobster with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce. Perfect for any special occasion or summer barbecue, these lobster tails are quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes from grill to table. The rich flavors and succulent texture make this dish a standout choice for seafood lovers looking to impress their guests. Whether served as a main course or elegant appetizers, these grilled lobster tails are sure to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (8-ounce) lobster tails
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted clarified butter
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon garlic butter by melting clarified butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic, lemon zest, parsley, and remaining salt; heat for another 1-2 minutes.
- Butterfly each lobster tail by cutting down the shell, loosening the flesh while keeping it attached at the base. Season with olive oil and salt.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and place lobster tails meat side down for 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 140°F.
- Drizzle lemon garlic butter over the grilled tails and sprinkle with smoked paprika before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (approximately 227g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 150mg