Roasted Lobster with Bell Pepper and Garlic Butter
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Succulent lobster tails roasted with vibrant bell peppers in a luxurious garlic herb butter sauce, creating an elegant yet surprisingly simple seafood dish perfect for special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 4lobster tails(6-8 oz each, split lengthwise)
- 2red bell pepper(cut into 1-inch strips)
- 1yellow bell pepper(cut into 1-inch strips)
- 6 tablespoonsunsalted butter(softened)
- 5 clovesgarlic(minced)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoonsfresh parsley(finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoonfresh thyme(dried or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2lemon wedges(for serving)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the lobster tails dry with paper towels and place them flesh-side up on a large rimmed baking sheet.
Tip: Drying the lobster ensures better browning and prevents excessive moisture during roasting.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine softened butter with minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the garlic herb butter.
Tip: Prepare the butter mixture while the oven preheats to save time.
- 3
Arrange the bell pepper strips around the lobster tails on the baking sheet. Drizzle the peppers with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Tip: The peppers will caramelize beautifully while the lobster cooks, adding depth to the dish.
- 4
Generously spread the garlic herb butter over each lobster tail, ensuring the flesh is well-coated on top and sides.
Tip: Don't be shy with the butter—it prevents drying and infuses incredible flavor.
- 5
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 22-25 minutes, until the lobster meat is opaque throughout and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Tip: The lobster is done when the meat flakes easily with a fork and has lost its translucent appearance.
- 6
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Taste the roasted peppers and adjust seasoning if needed.
Tip: This brief rest allows the residual heat to finish cooking any remaining translucent portions.
- 7
Transfer the roasted lobster and peppers to serving plates, drizzling with any pan juices. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Tip: Serve immediately while the butter is still warm and the lobster is at its most tender.
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