Oh yes — Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce is a showstopping, luxurious dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. Perfect for holidays, date night, or any time you want to feel fancy without going to a restaurant. 🦞✨
🦞🔥 Broiled Lobster Tails in Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce
✅ Elegant | Rich | Fast | Restaurant-quality
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
🦞 For the Lobster:
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4 lobster tails (4–6 oz each), thawed if frozen
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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Salt & pepper
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Paprika or smoked paprika (for color)
🧄 For the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce:
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup heavy cream
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, adds depth)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
🦞🔪 How to Butterfly Lobster Tails (Prep Step)
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Use kitchen shears to cut down the center of the shell (top side), stopping at the tail fin.
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Gently pull the meat out and rest it on top of the shell — this creates the “butterfly” look.
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Rinse and pat dry. Place on a baking sheet lined with foil.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Broiler
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Preheat your oven’s broiler to high (500°F/260°C). Place rack 5–6 inches from heat source.
2. Season the Lobster Tails
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Brush lobster meat with olive oil or melted butter.
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Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika.
3. Broil
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Broil for 7–10 minutes, depending on size, or until lobster meat is opaque and lightly browned.
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Don’t overcook! Internal temp should be 135–140°F (57–60°C).
4. Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce
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While lobster is broiling, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
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Stir in cream, Parmesan, Dijon (if using), and lemon juice.
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Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve
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Plate the lobster tails and spoon creamy garlic butter sauce over the top.
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Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon wedges, and extra Parmesan if desired.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions:
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Over creamy mashed potatoes or risotto
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With garlic butter pasta or angel hair
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Alongside roasted asparagus or sautéed green beans
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Pair with a crisp white wine (like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc)
🧊 Tips:
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You can prep the sauce ahead and reheat gently.
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Lobster tails cook quickly — watch closely under the broiler.
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Want extra richness? Add a splash of white wine to the sauce.