Lobster Tail Butter Sauce

🛒 Ingredients

For the Lobster Tails:

• 🦞 4 lobster tails
• 🧂 Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 🌿 1 tsp paprika
• 🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 🧈 2 tbsp melted butter

For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

• 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 🍋 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 🌿 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
• 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste

🍳 Instructions

Prepare the Lobster Tails

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Set your oven to broil and position the rack 6–8 inches from the heat source.
2. Cut and Prepare the Tails:
   • Using kitchen shears, cut down the center of each lobster tail shell, stopping before the tail fin. Gently pull the meat out, placing it on top of the shell for presentation.
3. Season the Lobster:
   • Brush the lobster meat with melted butter, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, and a drizzle of lemon juice.
4. Broil the Lobster:
   • Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet and broil for 8–10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and lightly golden.

Make the Lemon Butter Sauce

5. Melt the Butter:
   • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add Lemon and Parsley:
   • Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Simmer:
   • Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Serve

8. Plate the Dish:
   • Arrange the lobster tails on a serving platter. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the lobster meat and garnish with additional parsley.
9. Accompany with Sides:
   • Serve with steamed asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

💡 Tips and Variations

• 🧄 Garlic Lover’s Twist: Add an extra clove of garlic to the sauce for more flavor.
• 🌶️ Spicy Kick: Sprinkle cayenne or red pepper flakes on the lobster tails before broiling.
• 🍷 Wine Pairing: Add a splash of white wine to the lemon butter sauce for a deeper flavor.
• 🌾 Grilled Option: Grill the lobster tails for a smoky flavor instead of broiling.

🍹 Serving Suggestions

Pair this luxurious dish with a glass of Chardonnay or Champagne for a truly elegant experience. A side of crusty bread can help soak up every last drop of the lemon butter sauce.

What Makes This Recipe Special

Lobster Tail with Lemon Butter Sauce is a decadent, restaurant-quality dish that’s easy to prepare at home. The tender, succulent lobster meat and the rich, buttery sauce with a hint of citrus make it a perfect centerpiece for special occasions, romantic dinners, or holiday feasts.