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Grilled Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter

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This easy grilled lobster tails recipe features sweet, tender lobster basted with rich garlic butter for a smoky, juicy, and luxurious special-occasion dinner. Perfect for romantic evenings, family gatherings, or summer cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lobster tails (5–6 oz each)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2–3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Extra melted butter, for serving
  • Chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or tarragon), for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place lobster tails shell-side up on a cutting board. Using sharp kitchen shears, cut lengthwise down the middle of the shell, stopping before the tail fin. Flip over and gently pry open the shell. Carefully lift the meat, keeping it attached at the end, and rest it on top of the shell (butterflying). Remove any dark vein.
  2. Melt butter in a small bowl (microwave 30–40 seconds or over low heat in a saucepan). Stir in minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high (400–450°F). Clean and oil the grates.
  4. Brush lobster meat generously with garlic butter mixture, making sure to get into all the nooks. Reserve some butter for after grilling. Sprinkle with extra paprika if desired.
  5. Place tails meat-side up directly on grill grates. Close lid and grill for 5–7 minutes, until meat is opaque, firm, and slightly charred on the edges. Internal temperature should reach 140–145°F.
  6. Remove lobster tails from grill and immediately brush with remaining garlic butter.
  7. Transfer to a platter, garnish with chopped herbs and lemon wedges. Serve hot with extra melted butter for dipping.

Notes

Butterfly the lobster tails for even cooking and maximum flavor absorption. Don’t overcook—lobster cooks quickly and can become tough. Baste with garlic butter before and after grilling for juicy, flavorful results. For dairy-free, use vegan butter. If using a broiler instead of a grill, broil 6 inches from heat for 5–8 minutes.

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