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Quick Lobster Tail Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter Broiled in 5 Minutes

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A fast and flavorful lobster tail recipe broiled with garlic herb butter, ready in under 10 minutes. Perfect for a special dinner without the hassle.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium-sized lobster tails (about 6 oz / 170 g each), thawed if frozen
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 60 g), softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon
  • Salt to taste (about ½ teaspoon kosher salt)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your broiler to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches (15 cm) from the heat source.
  2. Using sharp kitchen scissors or a chef’s knife, carefully cut down the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pry the shell apart and lift the meat slightly, resting it on top of the shell.
  3. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Spoon or brush generous amounts of the garlic herb butter over the exposed lobster meat, covering every crevice.
  5. Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet or broiler pan and broil for 4-5 minutes, watching closely until the meat turns opaque and firm, and the butter bubbles and browns slightly.
  6. Check that the internal temperature reaches about 140°F (60°C). If needed, broil for an additional minute but avoid overcooking.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Spoon any leftover melted garlic herb butter from the pan over the lobster before serving.

Notes

Keep a close eye on the broiler as lobster cooks fast and can become rubbery if overcooked. Softened butter spreads best but avoid melting it completely. Lemon zest adds brightness and prevents the butter from feeling too heavy. If you don’t have a broiler pan, use a wire rack over a baking sheet. For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter or olive oil. Lobster tails can be baked at 425°F for 8-10 minutes as an alternative.

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