Garlic Butter Keto Lobster Tails

A luxurious low-carb main dish perfect for special occasions.

Key Info

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8-11 minutes
Total Time: 18-21 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

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Equipment Needed

Oven with broiler function
Kitchen shears
Baking sheet
Oven mitts
Mixing bowl
Pastry brush or spoon
(Alternative: Grill can substitute for oven)

Ingredients

Lobster:

4 lobster tails (5-6 oz each)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (56g)
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15ml)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Garnish:

Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges

Butterflied lobster tails on stainless steel baking sheet in modern kitchen with white marble countertops and green subway tile backsplash, shot in natural daylight

Method

Position oven rack 4-6 inches from broiler and set to high.
Butterfly lobster tails:
- Using kitchen shears, cut through top shell lengthwise.
- Gently pull meat up, keeping it attached at tail end.
- Rest meat on top of shell.
Make garlic butter:
- Melt butter in microwave (30 seconds).
- Stir in minced garlic.
- Add lemon juice and seasonings.

Modern kitchen scene with melted garlic butter in a glass bowl, butterfly lobster tails, and cooking utensils, lit by natural daylight through window.

Prepare for cooking:
- Place tails on baking sheet.
- Brush liberally with garlic butter mixture.
Broil for 8-11 minutes until:
- Meat is opaque white.
- Internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Shell turns bright red.

Butterflied lobster tails being brushed with garlic butter on a baking sheet in a modern kitchen with white marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, and green subway tile backsplash

Crucial Tips

Never overcook – lobster becomes tough and rubbery.
Look for opaque meat that’s firm but still moist.
Keep a close eye while broiling – can burn quickly.
Let rest 2-3 minutes before serving.

Storage & Reheating

Best served immediately.
Store leftovers up to 2 days refrigerated.
Reheat gently in 350°F oven until just warm.

Scaling

Recipe easily halves or doubles.
Adjust butter mixture proportionally.
Cooking time remains the same.

Variations

Cajun: Add cayenne and Cajun seasoning.
Mediterranean: Add herbs like oregano and basil.
Asian-inspired: Add ginger and a splash of soy sauce.

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Nutrition Info (Per Serving)

Calories: 180
Protein: 24g
Fat: 9g
Net Carbs: <1g

Follow these exact steps for perfectly cooked, restaurant-quality keto lobster tails every time. The key is watching closely during broiling and not overcooking.

Lobster Tail Recipe (with Video)