Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

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Here’s a restaurant-worthy recipe for Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce – rich, decadent, and surprisingly simple to make at home.

🦞 Ingredients

  • 4 lobster tails (5–6 oz each, thawed if frozen)

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (plus wedges for serving)

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (or regular)

  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

🔥 Instructions

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails

  1. Preheat broiler on high and position rack about 6 inches from heat.

  2. Using kitchen shears, cut the top shell of each lobster tail down the center lengthwise to the tail fin. Gently lift the meat and rest it on top of the shell (“piggyback” style).

  3. Season lobster lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning.

3. Broil the Lobster

  1. Brush half of the garlic butter sauce over the lobster meat.

  2. Broil for 6–8 minutes (depending on size), until lobster is opaque and lightly golden on top.

  3. Remove from oven and spoon over remaining sauce.

🌿 Serving

  • Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

  • Pair with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus, or buttery rice pilaf.

  • A crisp white wine (Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc) balances the richness beautifully.

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