Lobster Tail Recipe
Lobster, particularly the tail, has been a culinary staple for centuries, with its roots tracing back to Indigenous American tribes who savored these succulent crustaceans.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Kitchen shears or sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Basting brush
Ingredients
- Fresh lobster tails (2)
- Butter (4 tablespoons, melted)
- Garlic cloves (2, minced)
- Lemon (1, sliced for garnish)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, carefully cut along the top of each lobster tail shell, stopping at the base of the tail.
- Gently pry open the shell, exposing the meat, and place the lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush the seasoned butter mixture generously over the exposed lobster meat.
- Place a slice of lemon on top of each lobster tail for added flavor.
- Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and slightly firm to the touch.
- Once cooked, remove the lobster tails from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately with additional lemon wedges and your favorite side dishes.