Description
Succulent lobster tails dance with fragrant herbs and garlic in this luxurious coastal recipe. Mediterranean-inspired seasonings elevate simple seafood into an elegant dining experience you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 lobster tails (6–8 ounces/170–227 grams each)
Herb and Seasoning Blend:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Liquid and Fat Components:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Ignite the grill to a sizzling 400°F (200°C), creating an ideal heat zone for culinary magic. Alternatively, activate the broiler to an equivalent temperature setting.
- Transform the lobster tails using precision kitchen scissors: slice the top shell lengthwise through the center, halting just before the tail fin. Delicately separate the shell and elevate the succulent meat, positioning it artfully atop the original shell structure.
- Craft the aromatic herb-infused butter by gently melting butter using either microwave or stovetop techniques. Incorporate finely minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and a splash of tangy lemon juice. Season the mixture with a delicate balance of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Lavishly coat the exposed lobster meat and interior shell surfaces with the fragrant butter concoction, ensuring each crevice receives a luxurious butter embrace.
- Position the prepared lobster tails onto the heated grill or directly beneath the broiler’s intense heat. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, periodically basting with remaining butter mixture. Monitor closely until the meat transforms to a pristine opaque white and feels firm to the touch, reaching an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
- Remove the lobster tails from heat and allow a brief 2-3 minute resting period. Plate with accompanying lemon wedges, inviting a final burst of citrusy brightness to complement the rich, herbed seafood delicacy.
Notes
- Choosing high-quality lobster tails ensures a luxurious dining experience with tender, sweet meat.
- Properly splitting the shell before cooking helps the butter and herbs deeply infuse the delicate lobster meat.
- Using fresh garlic and herbs dramatically elevates the flavor profile, transforming a simple seafood dish into a gourmet meal.
- Precise cooking time is crucial; overcooking can make lobster tough and rubbery, so monitor temperature carefully.
- Basting frequently keeps the meat moist and enhances the rich, buttery flavor throughout the cooking process.
- Serving with fresh lemon wedges provides a bright, acidic contrast that cuts through the richness of the butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg