Best 4 Baked Lobster Tails With Parmesan Topping Recipes

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Lobster tails are an exquisite seafood delicacy that deserves to be cooked with care and attention to preserve their natural flavors and luxurious texture. Baking them in the oven offers a gentle cooking method that allows the tender lobster meat to cook evenly while creating a succulent and juicy result. Adding a Parmesan topping adds a layer of rich and nutty flavor, while also creating a golden brown crust that adds visual appeal to the dish. This detailed guide will provide you with the steps and ingredients needed to create a memorable baked lobster tail dish that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.

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BAKED LOBSTER TAILS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: lobster tail, butter, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, fresh parsley, lemon juice, lemon, broccoli

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz lobster tail, 2 tails
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 wedges lemon, to serve
broccoli, cooked, to serve

Steps:

  • Using a clean pair of scissors or kitchen shears, cut along the middle of the top of the shell towards the fins of the tail, making sure to cut in a straight line. Do not cut through the end of the tail.
  • Using a spoon, separate the meat from the two sides of the shell, then lift the meat up and out from inside the shell.
  • Press the two sides of the shell together, then lay the meat over the seam where the two shells meet.
  • If you are having difficulty opening the shell up to lift out the meat, flip the tail over and make cuts along the carapace where the legs meet the bottom part tail. This will help break the rigid structure of the shell and allow it to be more flexible.
  • While cutting through the shell, you may have also cut into the meat, which is perfectly okay. Make a shallow cut through the middle of the lobster meat so that you can peel down the thin layer of meat over the sides. This gives the lobster tail its signature look.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • In a small bowl, combine the butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, and parsley, then brush the mixture evenly over the lobster meat.
  • Place the tails onto a baking sheet, then bake for approximately 12-15 minutes, until the lobster is fully cooked but not rubbery.
  • Serve with a side of broccoli and a lemon wedge.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 0 grams

BAKED LOBSTER TAILS



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Wondering how to cook lobster tails in the oven? Then these lobster tails are for you! Lobster tail recipes are always a rich and special entree, especially when served alongside steak. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lobster tails (8 to 10 ounces each)
1 cup water
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Lemon wedges and additional melted butter, optional

Steps:

  • Split lobster tails in half lengthwise. With cut side up and using scissors, cut along the edge of shell to loosen the cartilage covering the tail meat from the shell; remove and discard cartilage. , Pour water into a 13x9-in. baking dish; place lobster tails in dish. Combine the parsley, salt and pepper; sprinkle over lobster. Drizzle with butter and lemon juice. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until meat is firm and opaque, 20-25 minutes Serve with lemon wedges and melted butter if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED LOBSTER TAILS WITH PARMESAN TOPPING



Baked Lobster Tails with Parmesan Topping image

So delicious!

Provided by Samuela

Categories     Lobster Recipes

Time 33m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (4 ounce) lobster tails
4 lemon wedges
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
1 teaspoon ground paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish.
  • Cut feet and membrane off the bottom side of each lobster tail. Run a knife inside the top of each tail to loosen meat from the shell. Squeeze some lemon juice between the meat and top side of loosened shell.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, butter, creamy salad dressing, and paprika together in a bowl.
  • Shape 2 sheets of aluminum foil into boats just wide enough to hold lobster tails upright; sides should be 1 inch high. Set lobster tails belly-side up in boats. Squeeze more lemon juice over lobster meat. Spoon Parmesan cheese mixture evenly on top.
  • Set lobster tails inside the prepared baking dish. Pour in 1/2 inch water around the boats. Place juiced lemon wedges in the water.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lobster meat flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Turn oven to broil; broil until tops are crispy, about 2 minutes. Crack oven door open; broil for 1 to 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 89.7 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 524.3 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

BAKED LOBSTER TAILS



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Tender, juicy small lobster tails with lemon and garlic zest. Serve with more melted butter.

Provided by Foodwithzach

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 small lobster tails
½ cup salted butter, melted
½ tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 pinch seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®), or to taste
½ lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cut the lobster tails straight down the middle using kitchen shears. Butterfly the lobster meat by pulling it through the opening and laying the meat on top of the shell. Rinse tails under water; place in an oven-safe baking dish.
  • Combine melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley in a bowl. Mix together with a spoon.
  • Season lobster tails with seafood seasoning and pour melted butter mixture on top until each tail is completely covered. Squeeze lemon juice over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until shells are bright red and meat is opaque, 12 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should read 140 to 145 degrees F (60 to 63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 98.3 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 434.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, choose fresh lobster tails that are firm to the touch and have a clear, briny smell.
  • Before baking, remove the lobster tails from their shells and devein them. This will help the lobster cook evenly and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • To make the Parmesan topping, use a finely grated Parmesan cheese. This will help it adhere to the lobster tails and create a crispy crust.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the parsley and garlic by hand. Just be sure to chop them very finely.
  • Be careful not to overcook the lobster tails. They should be cooked just until they are opaque and firm to the touch. Overcooked lobster will be tough and chewy.
  • Serve the lobster tails immediately with melted butter, lemon wedges, and your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Baked lobster tails with Parmesan topping is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour. With its crispy Parmesan crust and tender, succulent lobster meat, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

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