Citrus BBQ Lobster Tails

This simple one-pan recipe will delight your senses while taking little time, and leaving little cleanup to dampen the enjoyment. Grilling the lobster tails whole until steaming and golden brings out exquisite tender juiciness that can't be beaten.

The elegance of this recipe lies in the spicy citrus butter marinade and dipping sauce. Your senses will delight from the combination of lemon, orange, ginger, and chili flakes, and the dish elevated from simple BBQ to gourmet meal.

Pair with Elemental Ethereal white Rhone Blend. Enjoy!

~ SAM ZinPunk, Winemaker

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 181 kcal

Equipment

small saucepan
BBQ grill

Ingredients

4 lobster tails
¼ cup butter
2 T lemon juice
1 T orange juice
1 tsp orange and lemon zest
Pinch ground ginger fresh grated is better if you have it on hand
Pinch red chili flake

Instructions

Preheat grill to medium-high heat
Melt butter and all ingredients just until smooth.
Remove underside of lobster tail or cut a slit through the top part of the shell.
Season with salt and pepper
Skewer each one with a metal or water-soaked bamboo skewer.
Place on grill for approx 3-5 minutes on each side while lightly brushing with butter mixture (reserving some for finish).
Platter lobster tails, top with remaining butter mixture, and serve with a simple green salad.

Keyword Ethereal, Grilled, Lobster, white wine