Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails

Ingredients

4 lobster tails

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Prepare the Lobster Tails:

Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut the top of each lobster tail down to the tail fin. Gently pull the meat out and lay it on top of the shell. This helps it cook evenly and makes for a nice presentation.

Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

Stir in the heavy cream, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 3-5 minutes, until slightly thickened.

Combine Lobster and Sauce:

Place the lobster tails in a baking dish. Pour the creamy garlic butter sauce over the lobster meat, making sure it’s well-coated.

Bake the Lobster:

Bake the lobster tails in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the lobster is opaque and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 140°F (60°C).

Finish with Lemon Juice:

Remove the lobster from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve:

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Enjoy your Creamy Garlic Butter Lobster Tails!