Lobster Tail Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lobster Tails
Using kitchen shears, cut down the top of the lobster shells to expose the meat. Be careful not to cut all the way through. Pull the meat out slightly and place it on top of the shell.
- 2
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Mix Seasonings
Stir in lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper into the melted butter mixture.
Cooking
- 4
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 5
Bake the Lobster Tails
Place the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet. Brush the butter mixture generously over the lobster meat.
- 6
Cook
Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through.
Serving
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove the lobster tails from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.