Grilled Lobster with Broccoli

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Pat the lobster tails dry with paper towels and brush the flesh side with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Season generously with salt and pepper.

   Tip: Drying the lobster prevents excess moisture from steaming the meat on the grill.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat and stir in fresh thyme and lemon juice. Set aside.

   Tip: Keep the garlic butter warm but don't overheat it or the garlic will brown and become bitter.

3. 3

   Toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Spread them on a grill-safe baking sheet or use a grill basket.

   Tip: A grill basket prevents smaller broccoli pieces from falling through the grates.

4. 4

   Place the prepared broccoli on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the florets are tender with light charring on the edges.

   Tip: The charred bits add wonderful smoky flavor and texture to the broccoli.

5. 5

   Once the grill is hot, place the lobster tails flesh-side down directly on the grill grates. Grill for 8-12 minutes depending on tail size, without flipping.

   Tip: The flesh-side-down method creates a beautiful sear while the shell protects the underside from burning.

6. 6

   Check for doneness by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the tail—it should reach 140°F. The meat should be opaque and slightly firm.

   Tip: Overcooked lobster becomes tough and rubbery, so monitor temperature carefully during the final minutes.

7. 7

   Transfer the grilled lobster tails to a serving platter and immediately drizzle the warm garlic butter over the exposed meat. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.

   Tip: The butter will continue to melt and infuse the lobster meat with garlic and thyme flavors.

8. 8

   Arrange the charred broccoli alongside the lobster tails and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over everything.

   Tip: Fresh lemon brightens the rich buttery flavors of both the lobster and broccoli.