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Butter-Broiled Lobster Tails

Butter-Broiled Lobster Tails feature sweet, tender meat brushed with rich melted butter and a hint of paprika, then finished under the broiler for a lightly caramelized top. The simple seasoning lets the lobster shine, with lemon wedges adding a bright finish. Ideal for an intimate dinner or a special-occasion main course.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves2
  • DifficultyEasy
Butter-Broiled Lobster Tails
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

  3. 3

    Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet. Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, carefully cut the top side of the lobster shells lengthwise. Gently pull the shells apart and season the meat with equal amounts of melted butter, paprika, salt, and white pepper.

  4. 4

    Broil the lobster tails until lightly browned and the meat is opaque, about 5 to 10 minutes, watching closely so they do not burn.

  5. 5

    Garnish with lemon wedges and serve.