Baked lobster tails offer a simple yet elegant way to elevate any dining experience. Prepared with a generous brush of melted butter, fresh parsley, and a balanced blend of seasonings including paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, these succulent tails bake in the oven in less than 15 minutes. Served with vibrant broccoli and a lemon wedge, this dish is perfect for special celebrations or an intimate dinner for two.
Ingredients and Preparation Time
Total time for this recipe is 35 minutes, with a prep time of 10 minutes and cook time of 15 minutes. The ingredients include 8 oz lobster tail (2 tails), 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and fresh chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 2 lemon wedges for serving, and cooked broccoli.
Step-by-Step Preparation
Using clean kitchen shears, cut along the middle of the top of the shell towards the fins, ensuring a straight line without cutting through the end. Separate the meat from the shell using a spoon, lift it out, then press the shell sides together and lay the meat over the seam. If the shell is rigid, flip the tail and cut along the carapace where legs meet the bottom to increase flexibility.
It is acceptable if the meat is cut during shell opening. Make a shallow cut through the middle of the lobster meat to peel down a thin layer for the signature look. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). In a small bowl, combine butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, and parsley; brush evenly over the lobster meat. Place tails on a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes until fully cooked but not rubbery. Serve with broccoli and a lemon wedge.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 246 calories, 1 gram carbohydrates, 18 grams fat, 0 grams fiber, 19 grams protein, and 0 grams sugar.
