Lobster tails feel fancy. They’re actually stupid easy.
Cut. Loosen. Butter. Broil. 8 minutes. That’s it. Garlic lemon butter takes it over the top. No steakhouse needed. No chef skills required. Just hungry.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat and Prep Tails
Preheat broiler to high. Place oven rack 6 inches from heat.
Using kitchen shears, cut down the top center of each lobster shell (stop at the tail fan).
Gently loosen meat from shell, keeping attached at the tail. Lift meat up and rest on top of the shell.
Make Garlic Butter
Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Butter the Tails
Place tails on a baking sheet. Brush generously with garlic butter.
Broil
Broil 6-8 minutes until meat is opaque and internal temp hits 140°F (60°C).
Don’t overcook! Lobster turns rubbery fast.
Serve
Brush with more butter. Serve immediately with lemon wedges. Melted butter for dipping optional (recommended).
Summary
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 6-8 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Best Fresh:
Lobster tails are best eaten immediately. Leftovers get tough.
Leftover Meat:
Remove from shell. Store in fridge for 1 day. Use in salads, pasta, or rolls.
Pro Tip:
- Buy frozen lobster tails. Thaw overnight in fridge. Cheaper and just as good.
