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Easy Broiled Lobster Tail Recipe

Easy Broiled Lobster Tail Recipe

Buttery, lemon-garlic lobster tails broiled until tender with a touch of paprika. A restaurant-worthy dinner ready in minutes.
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Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb lobster tails about four tails, 5–6 oz each
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1.5 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1.5 tsp minced garlic
  • 0.75 tsp paprika
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.12 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Set oven rack 6 inches from broiler. Line a sheet pan with foil and place a rack on top.
  • Preheat the broiler on high.
  • Butterfly the tails: cut shells lengthwise, loosen meat, and lift to rest on top of the shell.
  • Pat the lobster meat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
  • Brush half the butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat.
  • Broil until meat is opaque and lightly browned, 6–8 minutes, rotating the pan halfway.
  • Baste with remaining butter and broil 30–60 seconds more to glaze.
  • Rest 2 minutes, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Variation: Swap paprika for smoked paprika or add a pinch of Old Bay. For a richer finish, broil briefly with a dusting of grated Parmesan. Serve with extra melted butter and lemon wedges on the side. Leftovers keep up to 1 day; reheat gently under low broil just until warm.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Broiled Lobster Tail Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.