10 Minute Juicy Lobster Tail
A quick and easy recipe for lobster tails brushed with rich garlic butter, perfect for elegant meals in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 tails lobster tails (about 6–8 oz each), thawed if frozen Fresh tails give the best texture, but frozen tails that are fully thawed work fine.
For the Garlic Butter
- 4 tbsp salted butter, melted Can use unsalted butter with added salt to taste.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp garlic powder can be used if fresh is unavailable.
- 1 tsp paprika Smoked paprika adds a warm, smoky flavor.
- 1/2 tsp salt Adjust according to taste; use less if using salted butter.
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
To Serve
- 1 lemon, halved For serving.
- Fresh parsley chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat lobster tails dry with paper towels. Use kitchen shears or a sharp knife to cut down the top of the shell lengthwise, stopping before the tail fan.
- Pull the meat up through the shell so the lobster sits on top. This helps the meat cook evenly.
Make the Garlic Butter
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Reserve 1 tablespoon of this mixture for finishing later.
- Use the rest to brush over the lobster meat.
Brush the Lobster
- Place lobster tails meat-side up and brush with most of the garlic butter mixture, leaving some reserved for finishing.
Cook
- For broiling: Place under a hot broiler and cook for 8–10 minutes until the meat turns opaque and shows light browning.
- For grilling: Place tails on the grill meat-side up for 5–7 minutes, then briefly turn meat-side down to sear.
- Watch closely in the last minute to avoid overcooking.
Finish and Serve
- Brush the cooked lobster with the reserved garlic butter. Squeeze lemon over each tail and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can prep the garlic butter and mince the garlic up to 24 hours ahead. Fully thaw frozen tails before cooking to ensure even heat. Use a hot broiler or grill for optimal browning.