Grilled Lobster with Garlic Herb Butter
Discover the ultimate summer indulgence with our Grilled Lobster with Garlic Herb Butter recipe. Perfect for BBQs and special occasions, this dish features tender lobster tails basted in a rich garlic herb butter, grilled to perfection. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a gourmet seafood experience that will impress your guests. For more delicious recipes and grilling tips, visit 'Satisfy Your Cravings'. #GrilledLobster #SeafoodRecipes #GourmetBBQ #SummerGrilling #SatisfyYourCravings
Equipment
- Kitchen Shears: For cutting through the lobster shells.
- Grill (Gas or Charcoal): To cook the lobster tails.
- Grill Brush: To clean the grill grates.
- Basting Brush: For applying the garlic herb butter.
- Small Bowl: To mix the garlic herb butter.
- Tongs: For flipping and handling the lobster tails on the grill.
- Wooden Skewers (optional): To keep the lobster tails from curling while grilling
- Measuring Spoons and Cups: For accurately measuring ingredients.
- Cutting Board and Knife: For preparing the garlic and herbs.
- Serving Platter: To present the grilled lobster tails.
Ingredients
- 4 Lobster tails
- 1/2 Cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 Tbsp Fresh chives, chopped
- 1 Tbsp Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 Tsp Lemon zest
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 Tsp Paprika (optional, for a touch of color)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Lobster Tails:Begin by thawing the lobster tails if they are frozen. This can be done by placing them in the refrigerator overnight or in a sealed plastic bag submerged in cold water for 30-45 minutes.Using kitchen shears, cut through the top of the lobster shell lengthwise, starting from the open end towards the base of the tail. Be careful not to cut through the meat. Gently pull apart the shell to expose the lobster meat.
- Prepare the Garlic Herb Butter:In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chives, thyme leaves, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are incorporated.Tip: If you prefer a bit of spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
- Preheat the Grill:Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C). If using charcoal, wait until the coals are covered with white ash.Trick: To prevent the lobster tails from curling up while grilling, insert a wooden skewer lengthwise through the center of each tail.
- Grill the Lobster Tails:Brush the exposed lobster meat generously with the garlic herb butter mixture.Place the lobster tails, shell side down, on the preheated grill. Close the grill lid and cook for about 5-6 minutes.Open the grill and brush the lobster meat again with more garlic herb butter. Flip the lobster tails and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and slightly charred.Tip: Basting the lobster tails multiple times with the butter mixture enhances the flavor and keeps the meat moist.
- Serve:Remove the lobster tails from the grill and give them one last brush with the garlic herb butter.Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh, zesty finish.