Roasted Lobster with Okra
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Sweet succulent lobster tails paired with crispy roasted okra, finished with a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce that brings out the natural flavors of both ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 4lobster tails(6-8 oz each, thawed if frozen)
- 1 poundfresh okra(trimmed and halved lengthwise)
- 6 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 5garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 1½ teaspoonskosher salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- ½ teaspoonpaprika
- 2 sprigsfresh thyme
- 1 teaspoonlemon zest
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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 cut-side up on a baking sheet.
Tip: Dry lobster ensures better browning and prevents excess moisture during roasting.
- 2
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter with the minced garlic, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Tip: Watch the garlic carefully to avoid burning, which can make the butter taste bitter.
- 3
Remove the garlic butter from heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside to cool slightly.
Tip: Adding lemon juice after cooking prevents it from evaporating and losing its bright flavor.
- 4
On a separate baking sheet, toss the halved okra with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves.
Tip: Spreading okra in a single layer ensures even roasting and crispiness.
- 5
Brush the cut side of each lobster tail generously with the garlic-lemon butter mixture, then dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
Tip: Reserve some butter for basting halfway through cooking.
- 6
Place both baking sheets in the oven, positioning the lobster tails on the upper rack and okra on the middle rack to ensure even cooking.
Tip: Staggered rack placement allows heat to circulate properly around both ingredients.
- 7
Roast for 12-15 minutes, stirring the okra halfway through. The lobster is done when the meat is opaque and cooked through, and the okra should be tender and lightly charred.
Tip: Lobster tail flesh should easily separate from the shell when fully cooked.
- 8
Transfer the lobster tails and roasted okra to serving plates, drizzle with any remaining garlic-lemon butter sauce, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Tip: Serve immediately while the butter is still warm and the okra retains its crispy texture.
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