![Garlic Butter Lobster Tails made and served in the glass Anyday dish, featuring succulent lobster tails cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce.](http://cookanyday.com/cdn/shop/files/Anyday_Photos_Recipes_GarlicButterLobsterTails-WEB.webp?v=1722442221&width=1020)
Prep Time
5 minsCook Time
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Yes, we're serious: the best way to cook lobster is in the microwave. The magic combo of time (just a few minutes!) and medium heat produces succulent, juicy lobster tails brightened with lemon juice and fragrant garlic butter. Add to pasta, toss with mayo in a lobster roll, or just enjoy them pure. No need to wait for a special occasion.
All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwave and home kitchens to make sure they work— and work well. Unless specified otherwise, all recipes should be cooked at full power.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter (½ stick)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Lemon zest of ½ lemon
- 2 lobster tails (thawed if frozen), 4-6 oz each
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Lemon juice, to taste
- Chopped parsley or chives for garnish
Preparation
- Place the butter in the Anyday dish and soften in the microwave until the butter has the texture of soft cream cheese, about 15-30 seconds.
- Add the garlic powder, lemon zest and salt into the butter and mix until well incorporated. Transfer the butter to a side dish and set aside at room temperature.
- Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise by laying the lobster with the belly side up and firmly cutting through the shell with a sharp knife.
- Evenly spread the garlic butter onto each cut side of the lobster and place tails in the Anyday dish, butter side up. Cover with lid (knob lifted).
- Cook in the microwave at Power Level 5✕
Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels.
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Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.
For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.
Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:
PL 10 = 100% = High (default)
PL 9 = 90% = High
PL 8 = 80% = Med-High
PL 7 = 70% = Med-High
PL 6 = 60% = Medium
PL 5 = 50% = Medium
PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low
PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low
PL 2 = 20% = Low
PL 1 = 10% = Low
You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.
- When the lobster is finished cooking, spoon some of the juices over the meat and season to taste with fresh lemon juice, hot sauce, chopped parsley, or chives.
Suggestions
- Once cooked, remove from the shells, cut into smaller pieces, and then add to your favorite pasta dish.
- The cooked lobster also makes a delicious lobster roll filling when tossed with mayo or hot butter!
- Swap butter for ghee to make this recipe compatible with Whole30 and Paleo.
- Add chili powder or smoked paprika to the butter for a smoky touch.
- Drizzle some Worcestershire sauce on top at the end for some extra savory flavor.
Recipe Notes
- If you prefer the lobster tail to remain whole, cut out the under-belly shell with a pair of sharp scissors and insert a skewer lengthwise through the center of the lobster body and cook as the recipe indicates.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.
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