How to cook lobster tail in oven

Here's how to cook lobster tail in the oven:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the lobster tails under cold water and pat them dry.
Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut through the top of the shell lengthwise, exposing the meat. Don't cut all the way through, you want to keep the shell attached at the tail end.
In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Brush the lobster meat generously with the butter mixture.
Place the lobster tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 8-12 minutes, depending on the size of the tails. Smaller tails will cook faster. The lobster is done when the meat is opaque and slightly firm to the touch.
Let the lobster cool slightly before serving. You can crack the claws and remove the meat with a nutcracker, or use kitchen shears to cut the tail into pieces.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the meat (optional).

Tips:

You can also broil the lobster tails for the last few minutes of cooking to get a nice browning on the top.
For a richer flavor, you can stuff the lobster tails with herbs like parsley, dill, or chives, or a mixture of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
Don't overcook the lobster tails, or they will become tough and rubbery.
You can use this same method to cook other seafood, such as shrimp or scallops.

Enjoy your delicious oven-baked lobster tails!

Additional notes:

Be aware of potential allergies to shellfish.
This recipe is a basic guide, feel free to adjust seasonings and ingredients to your liking.
Cooking times may vary depending on your oven and the size of your lobster tails.

Please let me know if you have any other questions.

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