Lobster Tail Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish (optional)
Method
Preparing the Lobster
- 1
Thaw the Lobster Tails
If using frozen lobster tails, place them in the refrigerator overnight to thaw. If you're short on time, you can also thaw them under cold running water for about 30-60 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Lobster Tails
Using kitchen scissors, cut down the top shell of the lobster tail, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pull the shell apart to expose the meat, and lift the meat slightly while keeping it attached at the base.
Cooking the Lobster
- 3
Preheat the Broiler
Set your oven's broiler to high and allow it to preheat for about 10 minutes.
- 4
Make the Garlic Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the juice of half the lemon, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
