Absolutely! Here’s a simple yet elegant recipe for Baked Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter — perfect for a special dinner or holiday meal. This method gives you juicy, tender lobster with a golden garlic butter topping, all baked to perfection.
🦞 Baked Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter
🍽️ Servings: 2–4
⏲️ Ready in: 25–30 minutes
Can be doubled easily for a crowd.
🛒 Ingredients:
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4 lobster tails (4–6 oz each), thawed if frozen
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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4–5 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
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Optional: lemon wedges, extra melted butter for serving
🔪 How to Butterfly Lobster Tails (Prep):
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Use kitchen shears to cut down the center of the shell, stopping at the tail fan.
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Gently spread the shell apart.
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Carefully lift the meat up and out, resting it on top of the shell (shell stays attached underneath).
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Make a shallow cut down the center of the meat to remove any vein, if present.
🧄 Make the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, combine:
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Melted butter
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Minced garlic
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Lemon juice
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Paprika
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Salt and pepper
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Half of the parsley (save the rest for garnish)
🔥 Bake the Lobster Tails:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking dish or sheet with foil.
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Place the prepared lobster tails on the baking dish.
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Brush liberally with garlic butter, making sure to coat the meat well.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on size.
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Lobster is done when the meat is opaque and white, and registers 135–140°F (57–60°C) internally.
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For a golden top, broil the last 1–2 minutes (watch closely so it doesn’t burn!).
🌿 To Serve:
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Sprinkle with the rest of the chopped parsley.
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Serve hot with lemon wedges and extra garlic butter for dipping.
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Pairs beautifully with:
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Garlic mashed potatoes
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Asparagus or green beans
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Buttered rice or pasta
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✅ Pro Tips:
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Don’t overbake — lobster cooks quickly and dries out easily.
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If you’re working with frozen tails, thaw completely in the fridge overnight before cooking.
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Want spice? Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes to the butter.
Let me know if you’d like a grilled, air fryer, or stuffed lobster tail version too!
