Grilled Lobster Tails with Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

For the Lobster Tails:

2–4 lobster tails, thawed if frozen

2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

Salt & pepper to taste

Paprika for color (optional)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:

4 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup heavy cream

1 tbsp lemon juice

½ tsp smoked paprika or Cajun seasoning

¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt & pepper to taste

1 tbsp chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)

 

Instructions1. Prepare the Lobster Tails

Use kitchen shears to cut the shell down the middle (top only).

Gently pull the meat up and over the shell to butterfly it.

Brush with olive oil or melted butter.

Season lightly with salt, pepper, and a touch of paprika.

2. Grill the Lobster
Preheat grill (or broiler) to medium-high heat.

Place lobster tails shell side down and grill for 6–8 minutes, or until opaque and firm.

Baste occasionally with extra butter for max flavor.

3. Make the Butter Sauce

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in cream, lemon juice, paprika/Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

Simmer until slightly thickened (3–4 minutes).

Stir in parsley and taste for salt/pepper.

4. Serve It Up
Place lobster tails on a plate.

Spoon warm sauce over the top.

Garnish with extra parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Serving Ideas:

Over creamy mashed potatoes, risotto, or pasta

With grilled asparagus, roasted broccoli, or garlic butter corn