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Roasted Yuzu Lobster Tails Recipe

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This gourmet Roasted Yuzu Lobster Tails recipe features succulent lobster tails brushed with a fragrant yuzu-infused butter, combining zesty citrus notes with rich, buttery flavors. Perfectly roasted and finished under the broiler for a tender and flavorful seafood delight, served with fresh yuzu wedges for an elegant touch.

Ingredients

Yuzu Butter

  • 4 ounces unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh yuzu zest (about 2 large yuzu)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh yuzu juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt

Lobster Tails & Garnish

  • 4 lobster tails, about 6 ounces each
  • 1 yuzu, cut into wedges for serving
  • Freshly ground pepper for serving, optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare Yuzu Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the room temperature unsalted butter with minced garlic, fresh yuzu zest, fresh yuzu juice, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly with a spoon until well incorporated. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to prepare for roasting the lobster tails.
  3. Prepare Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears and a small knife, butterfly each lobster tail by cutting down the center of the shell and loosening the meat without detaching it fully. This allows the meat to lay over the shell and absorb the flavors.
  4. Apply Yuzu Butter: Generously spread about 1 ½ tablespoons of the prepared yuzu butter evenly over the exposed lobster meat, making sure to get into all the nooks and crannies for maximum flavor.
  5. Roast Lobster: Arrange the lobster tails in a large baking dish and place in the preheated oven. Roast for 15 minutes at 350°F until the lobster meat begins to cook and the butter starts to melt.
  6. Broil Lobster: Remove the baking dish from the oven, drizzle the melted yuzu butter over the lobster tails, then switch your oven to broil. Broil the lobster tails for an additional 5 minutes, or until the lobster meat is firm and opaque. This step adds a slight caramelized finish.
  7. Serve: Transfer the lobster tails to a serving platter. Optionally garnish with freshly ground pepper. Serve immediately with fresh yuzu wedges on the side to squeeze over the lobster, enhancing the citrus flavor. Pair with your favorite side dish for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is at room temperature to blend easily with the yuzu zest and juice.
  • Butterflying the lobster tails helps the meat cook evenly and absorb the flavorful butter.
  • Adjust broil time carefully to avoid overcooking the lobster meat, which can become tough.
  • If fresh yuzu is unavailable, substitute with a combination of lemon and grapefruit zest and juice for a similar citrus flavor.
  • Serve immediately after cooking for the best texture and taste.

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