Broiled Lobster Tails

This lobster tail recipe seasons whole lobster tails with melted butter and paprika, then cooks them under the broiler for a delectable dinner for 2.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 592 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• salt and ground white pepper to taste
• 2 whole lobster tails
• 0.5 cup butter, melted
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gather all ingredients.

Step 4

Garnish with lemon wedges to serve.

Step 5

Broil lobster tails until lightly browned and lobster meat is opaque, about 5 to 10 minutes, keeping an eye on them so they don't burn.