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Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter

Indulge in this elegant Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a flavor explosion of rich butter and aromatic garlic paired with tender lobster tails.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lobster Preparation
  • 2 pieces Lobster tails Fresh or properly thawed frozen
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted preferred
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced For flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference
  • as needed Fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the lobster tails lengthwise to expose the meat.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the lobster meat.
Cooking
  1. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze the lobster meat and use within a month. To reheat, pop it in the oven at a low temperature or microwave briefly.