Oven Broiled Lobster Tails
Easy broiled lobster tails in just 10 minutes - with light notes of lemon, butter, paprika, and white pepper.
Servings: 2 lobster tails
Cost: 15
Ingredients
- 2 Lobster tails about 6 oz each
- 1 ½ tablespoon butter divided
- pinch celtic sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
- Preheat broiler to high.
- Set lobster tails on a baking sheet or in an oven safe dish.
- With sharp kitchen scissors or a knife, carefully cut the top of the lobster tail shell down to the tip of the tail, avoiding the meat. Devein and remove any grit if needed.
- Carefully pull shell down, so meat looks like it is sitting on top of shell and open.
- To make it look even better, slide a lemon wedge or two under the lobster meat in between the meat and the tail.
- Mix spices in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle with spices.
- Add small pats of butter along the lobster tail.
- Place in oven on an upper middle rack.
- Let cook until meat is opaque and white, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove and serve immediately with drawn butter.
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Notes
- Thaw first: If using frozen lobster tails, thaw overnight in the refrigerator or place in a sealed bag in cold water for 30–45 minutes. Pat completely dry before broiling.
- Butterfly for best results: Use sharp kitchen shears to cut down the top of the shell, gently loosen the meat, and lift it above the shell for even cooking and a beautiful presentation.
- Rack position matters: Place oven rack about 5–6 inches below the broiler. Too close can burn the butter before the lobster cooks through.
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Cooking time guide: Broil about 1 minute per ounce.
- 4–6 oz tails: 6–8 minutes
- 7–10 oz tails: 8–10 minutes
- 10–12 oz tails: 10–12 minutes
- Doneness: Lobster is done when the meat is opaque white and firm. Internal temperature should reach 145°F at the thickest part. Do not overcook or it will become rubbery.
- Prevent burning: Brush with butter before broiling and again halfway through cooking. If butter browns too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
- Seasoning ideas: Add minced garlic, lemon zest, paprika, parsley, or a splash of white wine to the melted butter for extra flavor.
- No broiler? Bake at 425°F for slightly longer (about 10–15 minutes depending on size).
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Reheat gently at 275°F with a little butter until just warmed through. Avoid microwaving to prevent toughness.
- Serving tip: Serve immediately with melted butter, fresh lemon wedges, and chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tail | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 329mg | Fiber: 1g
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