How To Cook Lobster Tails In Oven

Learn how to cook lobster tails for two in the oven in just a few minutes.

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 12

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 139kcal

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C.
Prepare the lobster tails by butterflying with a pair of sharp kitchen shears. Gently lift the meat, still attached at the bottom, and place it on top of the shells.
Combine olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, paprika, and garlic in a small bowl, then brush the mixture onto each lobster tail and season with salt and pepper.
Set the lobster tails on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the meat is firm and opaque and the shells are bright red.
Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley (or thyme) and serve with additional melted butter.

Prepare your side dishes in advance as lobster tails cook quickly.
Sharp kitchen shears are the best choice for cutting lobster shells. You can also use a chef’s knife in a pinch.
Only cut the top shell when butterflying the tail. Do not cut all the way through the fan portion of the tail.
Rinse or wipe away the green tomalley (also known as lobster paste) if there is any left on the end of the tail.
These cooking times are based on 4-ounce lobster tails. Adjust the cooking time based on the size of your lobster tail, so you don’t overcook the meat.
Perfectly cooked lobster meat should be opaque and firm and the shells should be bright red.
For the best results, frozen lobster tail should be thawed before cooking. Thaw lobster overnight in the fridge, or soak it in cold water for 30 minutes.
Try several different methods, then choose your favorite way of cooking lobster tails.
Cooking times vary depending on the cooking method.
Storage - separate leftover cooked lobster meat from shells and store it in an airtight container inside the fridge for 2-3 days.
There are 5 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.