Cowboy Butter Lobster Tails
A flavorful and elegant dish that makes for a perfect dinner option without requiring expert culinary skills.
Ingredients
For the Lobster Tails
- 4 pieces lobster tails
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use unsalted for better flavor control—no margarine!
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced More garlic for extra flavor!
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adjust for additional spice if desired.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh is best!
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare the Lobster Tails
- Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut the top shell of each lobster tail down the middle (but not all the way through).
- Gently pull apart the sides to expose the meat.
Make the Cowboy Butter
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined and fragrant.
Baste the Lobster
- Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Generously drizzle the cowboy butter mixture over each tail.
Bake the Lobster Tails
- Pop the lobster tails in the oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the meat is opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Baste with more cowboy butter halfway through cooking.
Garnish and Serve
- Remove your lobster tails from the oven, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with extra cowboy butter on the side.
Notes
If your butter sauce looks a little lumpy, just give it a good stir. For added heat, adjust the smoked paprika or add cayenne pepper.