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Perfect Butter-Basted Lobster Tails Recipe for a Special Two-Person Meal

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A quick and easy butter-basted lobster tails recipe that serves two, perfect for a special dinner with rich, garlicky, and herb-infused flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium-sized lobster tails (about 6–8 oz / 170–225 g each), thawed if frozen
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 60 g), melted
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and position a rack in the middle.
  2. Using sharp kitchen scissors, cut down the top shell lengthwise, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently pry the shell apart and lift the lobster meat, resting it on top of the shell (piggyback method).
  3. Lightly brush the lobster shells with olive oil.
  4. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Warm gently for 3-4 minutes without letting the garlic brown.
  5. Place lobster tails meat side up on a rimmed baking sheet.
  6. Using a pastry brush, generously baste the lobster meat with the infused butter, reserving some for later.
  7. Roast the lobster tails in the oven for 8-10 minutes. Every 3 minutes, open the oven and baste the lobster meat again with the melted butter.
  8. Check for doneness: the meat should be opaque, firm, and reach an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C). Avoid overcooking.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes while basting again with any remaining butter.
  10. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Use the piggyback cut method to ensure even cooking and better flavor absorption. Avoid burning garlic by keeping butter at a gentle simmer or warming off heat. Frequent basting keeps lobster moist and flavorful. Fresh lobster is preferred but frozen works if thawed properly. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based margarine or coconut oil.

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