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How to Split and Grill Lobster Tails
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How to Split and Grill Lobster Tails

A simple and delicious way to grill lobster tails.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Course: Grilling
Servings: 2
Author: Rex

Ingredients

Split Lobster Tails

  • 2 lobster tails
  • Garlic butter see recipe below

Garlic Butter

  • 4 large garlic cloves finely diced
  • 6 tbs unsalted butter
  • dash salt

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, preferably one that will work on your grill, heat the butter, salt and garlic. Heat until the butter fully melts and then set to the side.
  • Prepare your grill for direct cooking over medium/ high heat. Make sure to brush the grates clean. For this one, I used the charcoal grill. The flavor really comes across in the lobster. This works great over a gas grill too.
  • To prepare the lobster cut the top of the shell with a pair of sheers. Cut right through the center of the shell down the middle of the lobster tail.
  • Flip over and do the same on the bottom of the tail.
  • Then using a sharp knife cut the lobster in half. Season the lobster with a little salt and then brush it with the garlic butter.
  • Place the lobster directly over the heat with the meat side down. Grill for 2-3 minutes until the meat turns opaque.
  • Flip the lobster and brush with the garlic butter. Continue to grill until the lobster meats is slightly firm, roughly 3 minutes.
  • Remove the lobster and serve.