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Simple Grilled Lobster Tails with Garlic Herb Butter

Close-up of two halves of grilled lobster tail, split open and basted with melted garlic butter and parsley.
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Prepare impressive grilled lobster tails perfect for a Father’s Day finale using this straightforward method and rich garlic herb butter.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (6 ounce) lobster tails, fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grill for medium-high heat. Clean and lightly oil the grates.
  2. If tails are frozen, thaw them completely under cold running water. Pat the lobster tails dry with paper towels.
  3. Use kitchen shears to cut a slit down the center of the top shell of each tail, cutting through the shell but not into the meat. Gently pull the meat up through the opening to rest on top of the shell. This exposes the meat for even cooking.
  4. Brush the exposed lobster meat lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Place the lobster tails meat-side down on the hot grill grates. Grill for 2 minutes.
  6. Flip the tails over (shell-side down). Continue grilling for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and firm.
  7. While the lobster finishes cooking, prepare the butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and chives. Mix well.
  8. Remove the grilled lobster tails from the grill. Place a small amount of the garlic herb butter on top of the hot meat.
  9. Serve immediately. This is a great seafood bbq centerpiece.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh lobster tails. If using frozen, ensure they are fully thawed before grilling.
  • You can prepare the garlic herb butter up to one day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator. Let it soften slightly before serving.
  • If you prefer a smoky flavor, add a small piece of soaked wood chip to your charcoal or gas grill.

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