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Perfect Butter Basted Lobster Tail Recipe Easy 15 Minute Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy butter basted lobster tail recipe that delivers tender, juicy lobster meat with a rich garlicky butter sauce in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lobster tails (6–8 ounces each)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Using sharp kitchen shears, cut down the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise, stopping just before the tail fin. Gently lift the meat out of the shell, keeping it attached at the base, and lay it on top of the shell.
  2. In a small bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Stir in minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of the prepared butter, swirling to coat the pan.
  4. Place the lobster tails meat-side down in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the meat starts to turn opaque and lightly golden. Flip the tails over carefully with tongs.
  5. Spoon the warm butter mixture continuously over the lobster meat as it cooks on the shell side for another 3-4 minutes until the meat is firm but springy and coated with glossy butter.
  6. Remove lobster tails from the skillet and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve immediately with remaining butter on the side for dipping.

Notes

Use unsalted butter to control seasoning. Keep heat medium to medium-low to avoid burning butter. Continuous basting locks in moisture and flavor. Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery lobster. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. Lobster tails should be thawed overnight if frozen.

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