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Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Impress your dinner guests with these deliciously tender lobster tails drenched in a rich garlic butter sauce, all baked to perfection in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lobster tails Thaw if frozen.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced For flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Visually appealing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise.
  3. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Place the lobster tails in the skillet, meat side up, and spoon the garlic butter sauce over them.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the lobster is opaque and cooked through.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Timing is key: Don’t overbake! Substitute lobster with zucchini or meaty mushrooms for a vegan option. For crunch, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking. Store in the fridge for 2-3 days in an airtight container. Freeze for longer storage after cooling.