Ingredients
Scale
Let’s gather our ingredients, shall we? The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 lobster tails, thawed if frozen
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
These ingredients are not only easy to find but also combine beautifully to create a dish that’s both decadent and comforting.
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 350°F (175°C) and cut the top of the lobster shells lengthwise.
- Mix softened butter, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spoon the Parmesan butter generously over the lobster meat.
- Smoke the lobster tails meat side up for 25-30 minutes until opaque and flaking easily.
- Remove from the smoker, let rest, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Ensure lobster tails are fully thawed before preparation.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 120mg