How to Make Grilled Lobster with Tarragon Butter Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled lobster is a decadent and luxurious dish that is perfect for special occasions or a romantic date night at home. The succulent and sweet meat of the lobster is elevated by the smoky char from the grill, making for a truly unforgettable dining experience. To take this dish to the next level, we've also added a rich and flavorful tarragon butter sauce that perfectly complements the lobster's natural sweetness.

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Ingredients

  • 4 medium (1 1/2 pound) lobsters
  • ¼ cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated onion
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon dried tarragon leaves, crushed
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cut lobster tails lengthwise with poultry shears. Cut open claws to allow sauce to reach the meat.
  • Combine butter, lemon juice, onion, parsley, garlic, tarragon, and hot sauce in a bowl. Slather meat with sauce and place face-down on the preheated grill.
  • Cook until lobster begins to char, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip and continue to grill until meat is opaque and firm, 5 to 6 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    625 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 413mg
    • Sodium: 2109mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 109g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 331mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1886mg