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How to Make Lobster Tails with Chive Butter

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Lobster Tails with Chive Butter

Cultural Context

Lobster tails are a luxurious seafood dish that reflects coastal American cuisine, particularly popular in New England. Traditionally served during special occasions and holidays, they symbolize celebration and indulgence. Today, variations abound, with grilling and butter sauces enhancing their rich, sweet flavor, making them a favorite in summer barbecues and upscale restaurants alike.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 lobster tails (about 5 ounces each)
1/3 cup butter (melted)
2 tablespoons fresh chives (snipped)
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat and adds a different flavor.

chives

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: dried chives

Green onions provide a similar mild onion flavor.

1

Butterfly the lobster tails using kitchen shears by snipping through the shell and peeling it back to expose the meat.

2

In a bowl, add the melted butter, snipped chives, and grated lemon rind, and stir together.

3

Remove 2 tablespoons of the chive butter sauce and set aside for later.

4

Brush the lobster meat with the 2 tablespoons of chive butter sauce.

5

Preheat the grill to medium heat.

6

Place the lobster tails meat side down on the grill and cook for about 6 minutes.

7

Flip the lobster tails over and brush with more chive butter sauce.

8

Cook for an additional 6 to 8 minutes until the meat is opaque.

Cooking Techniques

grillingbasting

Equipment Needed

grillkitchen shearsbowlbasting brush

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Grilled Lobster TailsBaked Lobster Tails

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