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Butter-Basted Lobster Tails

A quick and delicious recipe for butter-basted lobster tails that can be prepared in just 25 minutes, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lobster Tails
  • 2 pieces lobster tails, thawed if frozen
Butter Mixture
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Carefully cut the top of each lobster tail down the middle, stopping just before the end.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
  4. Brush the butter mixture generously over the lobster meat and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes, until the meat is opaque and flaky.
  2. Take them out of the oven, drizzle with additional butter, and top with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Don't rush the butter coating to enhance flavor! Ensure the lobster meat flakes easily for perfect doneness. Serve with white wine or a zesty salad.