Using kitchen scissors, cut down the top of the shell lengthwise (from the open end toward the tail) to expose the meat.
Gently lift the meat through the slit, keeping it on top of the shell for presentation.
Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
Make garlic butter
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Brush lobster tails
Place the lobster tails in the baking dish.
Brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes (depending on size) until the lobster meat is opaque and slightly firm.
Baste once or twice during baking with the garlic butter for extra flavor.
Serve
Drizzle any leftover garlic butter over the lobster meat.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
💡 Tips:
Don’t overbake — lobster meat can become tough and rubbery.
Serve with sides like garlic mashed potatoes, steamed asparagus, or a fresh green salad.
For a richer flavor, you can broil for the last 1–2 minutes to get a lightly browned top.
If you want, I can also give you a shortcut version where you boil the tails first and finish with garlic butter in the oven — super quick and still decadent.
