Description
Dive into the mouthwatering experience of Jerk Lobster Tails, where succulent lobster meets vibrant spices for a flavor explosion. Perfect for gatherings or a special dinner, this dish combines smoky heat with sweet, tender meat, making it an unforgettable treat that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails (about 1 pound total)
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- In a bowl, mix jerk seasoning, olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, and melted butter until well combined.
- Generously coat each lobster tail with the marinade.
- Place the lobster tails shell-side down on the grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes until shells turn bright red and meat is opaque.
- Baste with leftover marinade halfway through grilling for added flavor.
- Let them rest for a few minutes before serving with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail (about 114g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 92mg