For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the garlic butter mixture. To prevent the lobster meat from becoming tough, avoid overcooking it. The internal temperature should reach approximately 140°F (60°C). If you don't have skewers, you can skip this step, but be aware that the tails may curl up during grilling.
Grilled Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS6
Succulent lobster tails, kissed by the flames of the grill and drenched in a luscious garlic butter sauce. A delightful dance of smoky char and rich, savory flavors that will transport you to a seaside paradise.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate6 g
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Cholesterol163 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein27 g
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Saturated Fat17 g
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Sodium694 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat31 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, hot sauce, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Set aside your garlic butter mixture. (5 minutes)
02
StepPreheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat (approximately 375-450°F or 190-230°C). Ensure the grill grate is clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking. (10 minutes)
03
StepPrepare the lobster tails: Using kitchen shears, carefully cut lengthwise through the center of the hard top shells. Cut about halfway through the top of the lobster meat. Gently separate the shell halves with your fingers, creating a butterfly effect. Flip the tails over and insert a skewer lengthwise through each tail to prevent curling during grilling. Brush the lobster meat with olive oil and season generously with kosher salt. (15 minutes)
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StepGrill the lobster tails: Place the lobster tails shell-side down on the preheated grill. Grill for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the shells turn a vibrant, bright color. Flip the tails and spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the prepared garlic butter mixture onto the butterflied meat of each tail. Continue grilling for an additional 4 to 7 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and white. Baste once more with the garlic butter mixture during the last few minutes of grilling. (12 minutes)
05
StepRemove the grilled lobster tails from the grill. Serve immediately with the remaining garlic butter and fresh lemon wedges. (2 minutes)
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Kelvin Price
Jul 2, 2025Make sure your grill is hot enough! Mine wasn't and it took longer than the recipe suggested.
Clementine Lynch
Jun 30, 2025A crowd-pleaser! Everyone raved about how delicious the lobster was.
Randy Schaden
Jun 30, 2025The skewers are a must! My lobster tails would have curled up into a ball without them.
Horacio Hackett
Jun 30, 2025I used metal skewers and they got really hot, so be careful! The lobster was fantastic, though.
Jaylin Crona
Jun 30, 2025The butterflying technique made all the difference. The lobster cooked evenly and was so tender.
Mittie Wintheiser
Jun 29, 2025Next time, I will double the garlic butter. It was so good I wanted to put it on everything!
Quinten Fadel
Jun 28, 2025This was my first time grilling lobster, and it was so easy following this recipe. The lobster was perfectly cooked and flavorful.
Trinity Mccullough
Jun 27, 2025Absolutely delicious! The garlic butter is the key. I added a squeeze of lime along with the lemon and it was amazing!