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Close-up of baked lobster tails on a light wood board.

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Baked Lobster Tails: A Recipe You'll Love

Indulge in succulent, melt-in-your-mouth baked lobster tails with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a special occasion or a luxurious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 tails
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lobster tails 6-8 ounces each
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut down the center of the top shell of each lobster tail, loosen meat.
  3. Combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the butter mixture over the lobster meat.
  5. Place lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until lobster is opaque and reaches 140°F (60°C).
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.