Grilled Rock Lobster

Elevate your seafood dining experience with this show-stopping Grilled Rock Lobster recipe. Perfectly tender lobster tails are basted with a luxurious garlic butter infused with zesty lemon and smoky paprika, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor. This recipe combines quick preparation with easy grilling techniques, making it an ideal choice for your next backyard gathering or special occasion. With its elegant presentation—succulent lobster meat perched atop its shell and garnished with fresh parsley—this dish is as visually impressive as it is delicious. Serve with a drizzle of the reserved garlic butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon for a restaurant-quality meal in just 25 minutes. Whether you're new to grilling seafood or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises unforgettable results.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces rock lobster tails
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 pieces lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Using kitchen scissors or a sharp knife, carefully cut the top shell of each rock lobster tail down the middle lengthwise. Do not cut all the way through the meat. Gently loosen the meat from the shell without removing it completely and lay it on top of the shell for presentation.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and aromatic, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside 2 tablespoons of the butter mixture for serving.

Step 4

Brush each lobster tail with olive oil to keep the meat moist during grilling. Then generously baste the exposed meat with the garlic butter mixture.

Step 5

Place the lobster tails meat-side down on the preheated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook shell-side down for another 5-6 minutes. Baste with more garlic butter as they cook. The meat should be opaque and firm when done.

Step 6

Remove from the grill and garnish with finely chopped parsley. Serve immediately with the reserved garlic butter and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	769 grams (769.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1297

Total Fat 91.70g	118%
Saturated Fat 45.50g	228%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 546mg	182%
Sodium 3820mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 10.40g	4%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 1.90g
Protein 112.60g	225%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 315mg	24%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1460mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 3.2%