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Grilled Lobster Tail Recipe

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This recipe for Grilled Lobster Tail features succulent lobster tails seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and parsley, then grilled to perfection. The lobster is butterflied and grilled with a savory garlic butter sauce, making for a flavorful and elegant seafood dish perfect for summer cookouts or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 6 lobster tails (7-8 ounces each)

Seasonings and Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat Grill: Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium high heat to ensure even cooking of the lobster tails.
  2. Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut down the top of each lobster tail shell. Then carefully slice through the exposed lobster flesh without cutting through the bottom shell.
  3. Butterfly Lobster: Gently flatten each lobster tail by pushing down on the shell, and insert a wooden or metal skewer through the lobster meat to keep it flat during grilling.
  4. Season Lobster: Brush each lobster tail generously with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to enhance the natural seafood flavor.
  5. Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine butter, minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until the butter is fully melted and ingredients are well combined.
  6. Grill Lobster Tails – First Side: Place the lobster tails flesh side down on the preheated grill and cook for 5 minutes to develop a nice char and flavor.
  7. Grill Lobster Tails – Second Side: Flip the lobster tails over and drizzle them with the prepared garlic butter. Continue grilling for another 4-5 minutes until the lobster meat turns opaque and is fully cooked.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Remove the lobster tails from the grill, sprinkle with extra minced parsley for freshness, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overcook lobster to keep the meat tender and juicy; opaque meat is a good indicator it’s done.
  • If using shell-on lobster tails, inserting skewers helps keep the tail flat and cooks evenly.
  • Butter can be melted on the stove instead of microwave if preferred.
  • Fresh parsley adds a bright herbal note but can be substituted with cilantro or chives.
  • Serve immediately after grilling for best texture and flavor.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/grilled-lobster-tail-recipe/