Easy Grilled Lobster Tail in 25 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Use kitchen shears to cut down the center of the top shell of each lobster tail, stopping just before the tail fin.
2. Gently pry the shell open and lift the meat up and out, letting it rest on top of the shell (it should still be attached at the base).
3. Pat the meat dry with a paper towel to ensure the marinade adheres and the meat sears rather than steams.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Generously brush half of the garlic butter mixture over the exposed lobster meat and set the remaining butter aside for the final baste.
6. Preheat your grill to high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
7. Place lobster tails shell-side down. Grill for 5–7 minutes without moving them to develop a mahogany-colored char.
8. Flip the tails or simply baste the meat with the remaining garlic butter.
9. Grill for another 3–5 minutes until the meat is opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).
10. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.