Ina Garten Lobster Tail Recipe
Enjoy restaurant-style seafood with this Ina Garten Lobster Tail Recipe made with lobster tails, butter, garlic, lemon, and parsley.
Equipment
- Kitchen shears
- Small sharp knife
- Baking sheet
- Small saucepan
- Basting brush
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Citrus juicer (optional)
- Oven or broiler
Ingredients
- 4 lobster tails 5–6 oz each
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional serving additions:
- Lemon wedges
- Extra melted butter for dipping
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Step 2: Prepare the lobster tails
- Using kitchen shears, carefully cut through the top of the lobster shell lengthwise. Stop just before the tail fin.
- Gently pull the lobster meat upward so it rests on top of the shell. This technique is called butterflying and helps the lobster cook evenly.
Step 3: Make the garlic butter
- In a small bowl combine:
- melted butter
- minced garlic
- lemon juice
- lemon zest
- parsley
- salt
- black pepper
- Mix until well combined.
Step 4: Brush the lobster
- Place the lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the garlic butter generously over the lobster meat. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top to help it brown slightly.
Step 5: Bake the lobster
- Bake the lobster tails for 10–12 minutes until the meat turns opaque and tender.
- The internal temperature should reach 140°F (60°C).
Step 6: Broil for color
- If desired, broil the lobster for 1–2 minutes at the end to create a slightly golden top.
Step 7: Serve immediately
- Remove from the oven and serve warm with lemon wedges and extra melted butter.