Garlic Butter Lobster Tail

Ingredients:

For the Lobster Tails:

· 2 lobster tails (6-8 oz each), thawed if frozen
· 1 tablespoon olive oil
· Salt and freshly ground black pepper
· Pinch of smoked paprika (optional, for color)

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

· 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
· 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
· 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
· ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
· Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

For Serving:

· Lemon wedges
· Extra fresh parsley

Step-by-Step Instructions

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