
Butterflied lobster tails with herb butter on the grill
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4
4 lobster tails
Difficulty
Medium
Cost
Premium
$$$
Butterflied lobster tails with herb butter on the grill
Luxurious lobster tails split and grilled until tender, basted with herb-garlic butter. A restaurant-quality dish made effortlessly at home.
15m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Premium $$$
Cost
(Updated )
Grilling lobster tails is surprisingly simple and produces results that rival any steakhouse. Butterflying the tail exposes more meat to the flame for even cooking and dramatic presentation.
Using kitchen shears, cut the top shell lengthwise down the center. Gently pull the meat up through the slit, resting it on top of the shell.
Mix melted butter with garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Brush generously over the lobster meat.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Place lobster tails shell-side down.
Grill with the lid closed for 8-10 minutes, basting with butter every 2-3 minutes, until meat is opaque and reaches 140°F.
Grill lemon halves cut-side down for 2 minutes. Serve lobster with charred lemon and remaining herb butter.
Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal
Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side
Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation
More affordable with similar grilling technique
Ghee has a higher smoke point; olive oil is dairy-free
Use kitchen shears, not a knife, for easier and safer shell cutting.
Thaw frozen tails overnight in the refrigerator for the best texture.
Refrigerate for up to 1 day. Best eaten fresh off the grill.
Gently reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes—lobster toughens when reheated too long.
Per serving (180mg) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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