Grilled Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter & Lemon
Succulent lobster tails kissed on the grill with melted garlic butter and fresh lemon. Ready in under 15 minutes for a fancy weeknight dinner that tastes restaurant-quality.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 32g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Pat lobster tails dry and split them lengthwise using a sharp knife.
Step 2
Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 60 seconds.
Step 3
Brush lobster tails with garlic butter, season with salt and pepper, then place meat-side down on the grill.
Step 4
Grill for 5–6 minutes until meat is opaque and cooked through, brushing with remaining butter halfway.
Step 5
Grill lemon wedges cut-side down for 2–3 minutes until charred and juicy.
Step 6
Plate lobster tails, drizzle with pan juices, scatter herbs, and serve with grilled lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- charcoal or gas grill
- sharp chef's knife
- small skillet
- long-handled tongs
- brush or spoon for basting
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