Description
Elevate your seafood dining experience with these Baked Stuffed Lobster Tails. Succulent lobster meat is topped with a buttery breadcrumb mixture infused with garlic, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, then baked to perfection. This elegant dish is surprisingly easy to make and perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails (6–8 oz each)
- 1/2 cup panko or seasoned breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp melted butter (plus more for drizzling)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Using kitchen shears, cut through the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise. Gently loosen the meat from the shell, keeping it attached at the base, and lay the meat on top of the shell.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, melted butter, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and lemon juice until combined.
- Spoon the breadcrumb mixture onto the lobster meat, pressing gently to keep it in place. Sprinkle paprika on top if desired.
- Place the stuffed lobster tails on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle a small amount of melted butter over each one.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and the stuffing is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent stuffing, mix in chopped shrimp or crabmeat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat in a low-temperature oven until warmed through.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 140-145°F (60-63°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Dish