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Perfect Garlic Butter Lobster Tails Recipe with Easy Zesty Lemon Herb Rice

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Tender and juicy garlic butter lobster tails paired with bright, zesty lemon herb rice make for an elegant yet easy meal perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium-sized lobster tails (about 6 ounces each), thawed if frozen
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or dill, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Position the oven rack in the center.
  2. Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut down the top shell of each lobster tail, stopping before the fin. Gently lift the meat out and rest it on top of the shell.
  3. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice until well combined.
  4. Brush the lobster meat generously with the garlic butter mixture, saving some for basting halfway through cooking.
  5. Season the lobster meat lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  6. Arrange the lobster tails on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes, basting halfway through. The meat should be opaque and firm but tender.
  7. While lobster cooks, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  8. Add rinsed rice and stir to coat grains in garlic oil for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Pour in broth, add lemon zest and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  10. Remove from heat and let rice sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in chopped parsley and thyme or dill. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  11. Serve lobster tails atop or beside the lemon herb rice. Spoon any leftover garlic butter from the baking sheet over the lobster for extra flavor.

Notes

Do not overcook lobster tails to avoid rubbery texture; keep a close eye after 12 minutes. Toast rice in oil before adding broth for nuttiness. Resist lifting the lid while rice simmers to ensure fluffiness. For dairy-free, swap butter with ghee or olive oil. Cauliflower rice can be used for low-carb version.

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