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Baked Lobster Tail Easy Approach

Baked Lobster Tail Easy Approach

The Baked Lobster Tail Easy Approach offers a luxurious yet incredibly simple way to enjoy gourmet seafood at home. This recipe is designed for ease, bringing the elegance of a restaurant-quality dish directly to your kitchen table with minimal fuss. It's the ultimate guide for preparing tender, succulent lobster tails that impress every time.
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Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 lobster tails
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-4 large lobster tails 4-6 ounces each, preferably fresh, but frozen (and thawed) tails work wonderfully too.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter divided. High-quality butter makes a difference in flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic minced fine for an aromatic kick.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Adds brightness and cuts through the richness.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish and a touch of fresh herby flavor.
  • Pinch red pepper flakes optional, for a subtle warmth.
  • Salt to taste.
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Equipment

  • Kitchen Shears
  • Small Microwave-Safe Bowl or Saucepan
  • - Baking Sheet
  • - Pastry Brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Using sharp kitchen shears, carefully cut through the top of each lobster shell lengthwise, from the fan-shaped tail to the very end where the meat begins. Be careful not to cut through the bottom shell. Gently open the shell and loosen the meat from the shell, leaving it attached at the base. Lift the meat up and out of the shell, resting it on top of the cut shell to create a "piggyback" presentation. This ensures even cooking and a beautiful display.
    2-4 large lobster tails
  2. Melt the Butter Mixture: In a small microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
    ½ cup unsalted butter, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, Pinch red pepper flakes
  3. Season and Butter the Lobster: Arrange the prepared lobster tails on a baking sheet. Brush about half of the garlic butter mixture generously over the exposed lobster meat. Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Ensure the butter coats the meat well, as this is where much of the flavor will come from.
    2-4 large lobster tails, Salt, freshly ground black pepper
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and firm. The exact cooking time will depend on the size of your lobster tails. A general rule of thumb is to cook lobster tails for about 1 minute per ounce. Avoid overcooking, as this can lead to chewy lobster.
    2-4 large lobster tails
  5. Finishing Touches: While the lobster bakes, melt the remaining ¼ cup of unsalted butter. Once the lobster tails are cooked, remove them from the oven. Drizzle the remaining plain melted butter over the cooked lobster meat. This adds another layer of buttery goodness and keeps the lobster moist.
    ½ cup unsalted butter, 2-4 large lobster tails
  6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the Baked Lobster Tail Easy Approach with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately, perhaps with extra lemon wedges on the side for squeezing. This dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad, roasted asparagus, or a simple risotto.
    1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Notes

For optimal taste and texture, it's always best to enjoy your Baked Lobster Tail Easy Approach immediately after cooking.
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