Lemon Pepper Grilled Lobster Tails with Garlic Herb Butter Recipe
This Lemon Pepper Grilled Lobster Tails recipe features succulent lobster tails seasoned with zesty lemon pepper and garlic spices, then grilled to perfection and basted with a flavorful garlic herb butter. Perfect for a special seafood dinner, this dish combines smoky grilled flavor with bright citrus and rich butter, making it a delightful and elegant meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Lobster Tails
- 4 lobster tails (6–8 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Garlic Herb Butter
- 8 oz unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
For Serving
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Butterfly each lobster tail by cutting through the top shell and carefully lifting the meat onto the shell surface, allowing for even grilling and better flavor absorption.
- Season Lobster: Brush the lobster meat with olive oil, then evenly season with lemon pepper seasoning, kosher salt, and garlic powder to infuse the tails with vibrant flavor.
- Make Garlic Herb Butter: In a bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with chopped fresh parsley, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon zest until smooth and well blended.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F, and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill Lobster Tails: Place the lobster tails meat-side down on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes. Flip the tails and continue grilling for another 4-6 minutes, basting frequently with the prepared garlic herb butter to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Check Doneness and Rest: Remove the lobster tails from the grill once their internal temperature reaches 140°F. Allow them to rest for 2-3 minutes so the juices redistribute.
- Serve: Serve the grilled lobster tails hot with additional lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the meat.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure lobster tails reach the safe internal temperature of 140°F without overcooking.
- Butter can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Grilling times may vary depending on the size of the lobster tails and grill heat consistency.
- Butterfly technique helps lobster cook evenly and allows it to absorb more smoky flavor from the grill.
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