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Perfect Lobster Tail Recipe with Garlic Butter Steakhouse Style Made Easy

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A quick and easy garlic butter lobster tail recipe that delivers a tender, juicy, and flavorful steakhouse-style seafood dish perfect for special occasions or weeknight indulgences.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large lobster tails (6–8 ounces each), fresh or thawed frozen
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lobster tails under cold water and pat dry. Using sharp kitchen shears, carefully cut down the top of the shell lengthwise, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pull the shell apart and lift the meat out, resting it on top of the shell.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well until combined. Set aside.
  3. Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Place the lobster tails meat-side down in the hot skillet. Sear for 2 minutes until the edges start to turn golden, being careful not to overcook.
  5. Flip the lobster tails shell-side down. Spoon generous amounts of the garlic butter over the meat. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook, basting every minute or so with the butter, until the lobster meat is opaque and firm, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Check for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) or the meat is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking.
  7. Serve immediately with extra garlic butter spooned over the top and a wedge of lemon on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

If butter starts to brown too fast, lower the heat to prevent burning. Keep a paper towel handy to wipe up any spills while basting. Avoid overcooking lobster to prevent toughness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based spread and use olive oil liberally. Frozen lobster tails should be thawed overnight in the fridge before cooking.

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