Lemon Garlic Lobster Tail (Printable Version)
Delight in garlic butter lobster tails with golden Parmesan potatoes roasted to perfection.
# Ingredients:
→ Lobster Tails
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4 lobster tails
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60 ml unsalted butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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15 ml fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp lemon zest
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0.5 tsp smoked paprika
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0.5 tsp salt
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0.25 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Lemon wedges, for serving
→ Parmesan Potatoes
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680 g baby potatoes, halved
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30 ml olive oil
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0.5 tsp garlic powder
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0.5 tsp salt
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0.25 tsp black pepper
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0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
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50 g grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
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Set oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese until evenly coated.
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Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown.
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Using kitchen shears, cut the top of each lobster shell lengthwise and gently pull the meat out, placing it on top of the shell.
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Combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
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Place lobster tails on a baking sheet and brush generously with garlic butter sauce. Bake at 200°C for 10-12 minutes until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through.
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Sprinkle lobster tails with fresh parsley. Serve alongside roasted Parmesan potatoes and lemon wedges.
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, broil the lobster for the last 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden finish.
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Sweet potatoes can replace baby potatoes for a sweeter variation.
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Serve with additional garlic butter for dipping.