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garlic herb lobster tails

Savor the exquisite flavors of garlic herb lobster tails! This easy recipe will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience. 🦞✨
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American-inspired comfort food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Lobster tails
  • 4 tails Lobster tails The star of the dish; choose fresh or frozen for the best flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Adds a robust flavor; fresh minced garlic works best.
Butter
  • 1/2 cup Butter Provides richness; use unsalted for better control of seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs Such as parsley and thyme; they brighten the dish and add freshness.
Lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Enhances flavor; fresh-squeezed is ideal for a zesty kick.
Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps to sauté and infuse flavors; choose extra virgin for quality.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste based on preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adds a hint of spice; freshly cracked is recommended for best flavor.

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet For baking the lobster tails.
  • 1 Kitchen scissors To cut the lobster tails.
  • 1 Mixing bowl For combining the garlic herb mixture.

Method
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect lobster tails, garlic, fresh herbs (like parsley and thyme), butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
  1. Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to get it nice and hot while you prepare the lobster tails.
Step 3: Prepare the Lobster Tails
  1. Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut the top shell of the lobster tails down the middle, stopping just before the tail fin.
Step 4: Create the Garlic Herb Mixture
  1. In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 5: Apply the Mixture
  1. Gently lift the lobster meat and spread the garlic herb mixture generously over the exposed meat.
Step 6: Bake the Lobster Tails
  1. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
Step 7: Broil for Extra Flavor
  1. For a golden finish, switch to broil for the last 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
Step 8: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Remove from the oven, garnish with extra herbs, and serve with lemon wedges for a zesty touch!