Description
Succulent lobster tails drenched in lemon garlic bliss offer a culinary journey through elegant seafood preparation. Coastal flavors blend seamlessly, inviting you to savor each luxurious bite with Mediterranean-inspired delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails (5 to 6 oz / 142 to 170 g each)
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter, divided
- 1 ½ tbsps olive oil
- 1 ½ tbsps fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, very finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Tail Preparation: Carefully slice lobster tails lengthwise using sharp kitchen scissors, delicately splitting the shell without separating completely. Gently separate the meat from the shell, exposing the succulent interior.
- Marinade Creation: Whisk together fresh parsley, minced garlic, dijon mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice in a small bowl until perfectly blended.
- Oven Configuration: Position the oven rack centrally, approximately 6 inches from the broiler element. Set to high broil, creating an ideal cooking environment for the delicate seafood.
- Seasoning and Positioning: Lavishly brush the exposed lobster meat with the prepared marinade, strategically placing butter cubes across each tail. Arrange the tails in a roasting pan, ensuring even coverage and optimal heat distribution.
- Broiling and Temperature Monitoring: Slide the roasting pan into the preheated oven, broiling for 10-12 minutes. Watch intently as the meat transforms to a pristine opaque white, confirming doneness when internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Sauce Finalization: Transfer pan drippings to a small saucepan, incorporating remaining butter. Gently simmer until ingredients meld into a rich, aromatic sauce, then remove from heat for serving.
Notes
- Master Cutting Technique: Carefully slice lobster tail shells without fully separating, creating a butterfly effect that allows marinades to penetrate deeply and ensures even cooking.
- Broiler Placement Precision: Position oven rack exactly 6 inches from broiler element to prevent burning while achieving perfect golden-brown caramelization on delicate lobster meat.
- Temperature Control Critical: Watch for meat turning opaque white and reaching 145°F internally – this guarantees succulent texture without overcooking or becoming rubbery.
- Flavor Infusion Strategy: Whisk marinade ingredients thoroughly to create balanced, bright flavor profile that complements the lobster’s natural sweetness, ensuring each bite bursts with herbal and citrus notes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg