Broiled Lobster Tails for Two – Easy Recipe
These easy broiled lobster tails for two are tender, juicy, and full of buttery garlic flavor. Split lobster tails are brushed with melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings, then broiled until perfectly cooked. This elegant seafood dinner is simple enough for a weeknight but special enough for Valentine's Day, an anniversary, or a romantic dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails (8 oz each)
- 3 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup white wine
- 1 lemon sliced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler, rack about 6 inches from the heat.
- Add butter, lemon slices and white wine to a broiler-safe pan.
- Prep the lobster tails:• Cut down the center of the shell with sharp kitchen shears, or knife. Cut away the legs from underneath• Loosen the meat away from the shell with your finger and lift it up, resting it on top of the shell to prop it up.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
- Place lobster over butter, lemons and wine in the pan.
- Broil 6–8 minutes until the meat is opaque and lightly golden (internal temp ~140–145°F).
- Remove lobster, return the pan back to the oven let pan sauce emulsify, about 5-7 minutes and spoon over before serving.
Notes
For tender, juicy lobster tails, keep a close eye on them under the broiler. Lobster cooks quickly, and even a minute or two too long can make the meat tough. Baste with garlic butter before broiling for the best flavor.