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Grilled Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter and Parsley Recipe

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3.9 from 11 reviews

This easy and delicious grilled lobster tail recipe delivers tender, juicy lobster meat infused with savory garlic butter and fresh parsley. Perfect for a special dinner or summer barbecue, the lobster tails cook quickly on a hot grill for a restaurant-quality seafood dish you can make at home.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 6 lobster tails (7-8 ounces each)

Seasonings & Sauces

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Serving

  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill. Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium high heat to prepare for cooking the lobster tails.
  2. Cut the lobster tails. Using kitchen shears, cut down the top shell of each lobster tail. Then, with a sharp knife, carefully slice through the exposed lobster meat, stopping before cutting through the bottom shell.
  3. Flatten the lobster tails. Gently spread open each lobster tail using your hands and insert a wooden or metal skewer through the meat to keep it flat for grilling.
  4. Season the lobster tails. Brush each tail with olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor during grilling.
  5. Prepare the garlic butter sauce. Combine butter, minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt in a small microwavable bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals until the butter has melted, stirring well to blend all ingredients.
  6. Grill lobster tails, first side. Place the lobster tails flesh side down on the preheated grill and cook for 5 minutes to develop a nice sear.
  7. Grill lobster tails, second side & baste. Flip the tails over, drizzle the prepared garlic butter generously over the top, and grill for another 4-5 minutes or until the meat is opaque and fully cooked.
  8. Garnish and serve. Sprinkle additional fresh parsley over the lobster tails for color and flavor, then serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.

Notes

  • Be careful not to cut all the way through the bottom shell when preparing the lobster tails.
  • Using a skewer helps keep the lobster meat flat for even grilling.
  • You can substitute fresh herbs if parsley is not available, such as chives or cilantro, according to taste.
  • Watch the lobster carefully as it grills to avoid overcooking, which can make the meat tough.
  • Lemon wedges add a bright, acidic contrast that complements the rich garlic butter perfectly.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/grilled-lobster-tail-with-garlic-butter-and-parsley-recipe/