Lobster Tail

Method

• Step-by-Step Method for Lobster Tail
• Preheat oven broiler to high.
• Place lobster tails on a clean cutting board.
• Using kitchen scissors, cut the top shell of each tail lengthwise down the middle.
• Gently pry apart the shell to expose the lobster meat.
• Carefully lift the lobster meat, keeping it attached at the base, and rest it on top of the shell.
• Place prepared lobster tails on a baking tray lined with foil.
• In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice.
• Season the lobster tails with salt and pepper to taste.
• Brush the butter mixture generously over the exposed lobster meat.
• Set tray with lobster tails on the middle rack beneath the broiler.
• Broil lobster tails for 8–10 minutes or until the meat is opaque and slightly golden, basting halfway with more butter mixture.
• Remove lobster tails from the oven and transfer to serving plates.
• Spoon any remaining butter sauce over the lobster tails.
• Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired.
• Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crisp green salad or steamed vegetables.