Grilled Garlic Herb Lobster Tails
⭐ Introduction
Juicy lobster tails, brushed with a rich garlic herb butter, then grilled to perfection. The smoky char from the grill enhances the sweet, delicate flavor of lobster while the butter sauce keeps it moist and flavorful.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 lobster tails (about 5–6 oz each)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted or olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tsp paprika (for color)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare lobster tails:
Using kitchen shears, cut the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise down the middle, stopping just before the tail fin.
Gently pull the meat upward, resting it on top of the shell while keeping the base attached (“butterflied”).
Make garlic herb butter:
In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, or olive oil, garlic, parsley, chives, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Preheat grill:
Heat your grill to medium-high (about 400°F / 200°C). Oil grates lightly to prevent sticking.
Grill lobster tails:
Brush lobster meat generously with garlic herb butter.
Place lobster tails meat side up first. Close lid and grill for 4–5 minutes.
Flip, brush again with butter, and grill for another 3–4 minutes until meat is opaque and slightly charred.
Serve:
Remove from grill, drizzle with more garlic herb butter, and serve with lemon wedges.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with grilled asparagus, corn on the cob, or roasted potatoes.
- Serve over buttery pasta or risotto.
- For surf & turf: serve alongside a juicy grilled steak.
Tips & Variations
- Don’t overcook lobster: It becomes tough and chewy. Meat should be opaque and firm, not rubbery.
- Indoor method: If you don’t have a grill, broil lobster tails in the oven for 5–6 minutes instead.
- Flavor twist: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for a spicy kick.
- Make ahead: Prepare garlic butter in advance and refrigerate; melt before using.
Got it Let’s do the Q/A, Tips, and Nutrition facts for your Grilled Garlic Herb Butter Lobster Tails.
Grilled Garlic Herb Butter Lobster Tails Q/A
Q1: Can I use frozen lobster tails?
✅ Yes! Just thaw completely in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water before grilling.
Q2: How do I know when lobster is done?
✅ Lobster meat should turn opaque white and reach an internal temperature of 140–145°F (60–63°C). The shell will be bright red.
Q3: Can I make this without a grill?
✅ Yes. You can broil them in the oven (5–6 minutes on high broil) or bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes.
Q4: Can I prepare garlic butter ahead of time?
✅ Definitely. Mix it up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate. Melt before brushing on lobster.
Q5: What size lobster tails work best?
✅ Medium tails (5–6 oz each) are ideal for even cooking and great flavor balance.
Nutrition (per serving, based on 1 lobster tail with butter)
(Approximate values — will vary by lobster size & amount of butter used)
Calories: 310
Protein: 28g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 200mg
Sodium: 610mg
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g