Best 4 Butterflied And Grilled Lobster Tails Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our grilled lobster tails, expertly butterflied to perfection. Embark on a tantalizing journey of flavors with three distinct recipes, each offering a unique culinary adventure. Dive into the classic simplicity of grilled lobster tails with drawn butter, where the natural sweetness of the lobster shines through. Elevate your taste buds with the zesty and aromatic lemon-herb butter, a harmonious blend of citrus and herbs that complements the delicate lobster meat. For a touch of spice and smokiness, the chili-lime butter will leave you craving more, as the heat of the chili peppers and the tangy lime create a flavor explosion. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to relish the succulent and tender lobster meat, grilled to perfection and bursting with flavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED LOBSTER TAILS WITH GARLIC BUTTER



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A pretty easy version of grilled lobster tails, that my family enjoys.

Provided by Lyle Barrow

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Gourmet     Main Dishes     Seafood

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup salted butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 dash hot sauce
freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 ounce) lobster tails
4 (10 inch) skewers
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
kosher salt to taste
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine butter, minced garlic, hot sauce, and pepper in a bowl; mix until fully combined. Set aside.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Butterfly lobster tails by cutting lengthwise through the centers of the hard top shells and about halfway through the top of the meat with kitchen shears. With your fingers, press shell halves of the tails apart. Flip them over, and insert a skewer down the lobster tail so that the tail is easier to remove after cooking and doesn't curl up. Brush tails with olive oil and season with salt.
  • Place lobster tails on the preheated grill with the cut shell sides down; grill until shells are bright in color, 5 to 8 minutes. Flip and spoon 1 tablespoon butter mixture onto the butterflied meat through the cut in the shell. Grill until lobster meat is an opaque white color, 4 to 7 more minutes, basting once more with butter mixture.
  • Remove lobster tails from the grill and serve with more garlic butter and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 162.5 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 694 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GRILLED LOBSTER TAILS WITH HERB BUTTER



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Slather the Neelys' recipe for Grilled Lobster Tails with Herb Butter, a homemade blend of chopped chives, tarragon and garlic from Food Network.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 stick salted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 tablespoon chopped tarragon leaves
1 clove garlic, minced
Dash hot sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
4 (7-ounce) lobster tails
Olive oil
Kosher salt
Lemon wedges, for garnish
Chive sprigs

Steps:

  • Preheat your grill to direct medium-high heat.
  • In a small bowl blend butter, chives, tarragon, minced garlic, hot sauce, and black pepper with a rubber spatula. Blend thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and reserve.
  • Using kitchen shears, butterfly the lobster tails straight down the middle of the softer underside of the shell. Cut the meat down the center without cutting all the way through. Insert a metal skewer down the lobster tail so the tail stands straight. Brush the tails with olive oil and season with salt, to taste.
  • Grill lobsters cut side down over medium high heat about 5 minutes, until the shells are bright in color. Turn the tails over and spoon a generous tablespoon of herbed butter onto the butterflied meat. Grill for another 4 minutes, or until the lobster meat is an opaque white color.
  • Remove lobster tails from the grill and serve with more herb butter and lemon wedges. Garnish with chive sprigs.

BUTTERFLIED LOBSTER TAILS



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Butterflying lobster tails is a presentation common in restaurants. It is a little more complex method of cooking a lobster tail but it is well worth the effort for this spectacular presentation.

Provided by Renee Redman

Categories     Lobster

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

32 ounces lobster tails
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Defrost the lobster tails.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Using kitchen shears cut down the center of top of each tail down to the base. Next grab each side of the shell and gently pry the shell away from the meat- leaving the meat at the base of the tail attached. Squeeze the shell together to close the gap and lay the meat on top of the shell. Gently slice the meat 3 times down the top- enough to be able to lay the meat over the sides of the shell. Repeat for the remaining tails.
  • Place the tails in an oven safe pan and brush the top of each tail with the marinade. You will want to baste the tails again 2 or 3 times during the cooking process.
  • Bake the tails for about 25 minutes. Cooking times may vary so make sure you keep an eye on the tails!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 219.7, Sodium 1185.9, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 47.2

GRILLED LOBSTER TAILS



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I had never tried grilling lobster tails at home until I tried this convenient and deliciously different recipe. It turned out amazing, and has left me with little reason to ever order grilled lobster tail at a restaurant again. Here's how to cook lobster tails on the grill. -Katie Rush, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 frozen lobster tails (8 to 10 ounces each), thawed
3/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Using scissors, cut 3 to 4 lengthwise slits in underside of tail to loosen shell slightly. Cut top of lobster shell lengthwise down the center with scissors, leaving tail fin intact. Cut shell at an angle away from the center of the tail at base of tail fin. Loosen meat from shell, keeping the fin end attached; lift meat and lay over shell. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; spoon over lobster meat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes., Place lobster tails, meat side up, on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until meat is opaque.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 29g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 215mg cholesterol, Sodium 869mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Lobster: Select live lobsters with heavy tails and shells that are free of cracks or blemishes. Ensure they are stored properly on ice or in a lobster tank until ready to cook.
  • Humane Cooking Method: To humanely kill the lobster, insert a sharp knife into the center of its head, behind the eyes, and twist to sever the spinal cord.
  • Proper Butterflying Technique: Use a sharp knife to cut the lobster tail lengthwise, starting from the top of the shell to the tail end. Make sure to cut through the shell but not the meat. Flatten the tail gently to expose the lobster meat.
  • Garlic Herb Butter: Create a flavorful garlic herb butter by combining softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Place a dollop of the butter mixture on top of each butterflied lobster tail.
  • Grilling Technique: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the lobster tails with melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Grill the lobster tails for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the meat is cooked through and opaque.

Conclusion:

Butterflied and grilled lobster tails are a delectable seafood dish that showcases the natural flavors of the lobster. By following these tips and techniques, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home. Enjoy the succulent lobster meat, enhanced by the aromatic garlic herb butter, and savor the perfect balance of flavors in every bite. This dish is sure to impress your family and friends, making it an ideal choice for special occasions or a luxurious seafood feast.

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