Grilled lobster and shrimp make for a luxurious and flavorful dish, perfect for a special occasion or a gourmet meal at home. Here’s a delicious recipe to guide you through preparing grilled lobster and shrimp:
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Ingredients:
- 2 lobster tails, split in half lengthwise
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water (if using)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Lobster Tails:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Using kitchen shears, carefully cut through the top shell of the lobster tails lengthwise. Use a sharp knife to cut through the meat without cutting through the bottom shell.
- Gently spread the lobster tails open and brush the exposed meat with some of the melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Shrimp:
- If using wooden skewers, thread the shrimp onto them, piercing through the tail and head end of each shrimp to keep them straight.
- In a bowl, combine the remaining melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture over the shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Grill the Lobster and Shrimp:
- Place the lobster tails, flesh side down, on the preheated grill. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the meat is opaque and cooked through. The shell should be bright red and charred slightly.
- Meanwhile, place the shrimp skewers on the grill. Grill for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are pink and opaque.
- Baste the lobster and shrimp with the remaining garlic butter mixture as they grill.
- Serve:
- Once the lobster and shrimp are cooked through, remove them from the grill.
- Serve the grilled lobster tails and shrimp hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley and lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the seafood.
Tips for Grilling Seafood:
- Preheat the Grill: Make sure your grill is hot before adding the seafood to ensure proper cooking and searing.
- Doneness: Lobster is cooked when the meat is opaque and firm, and shrimp are cooked when they turn pink and curl slightly.
- Basting: Basting with garlic butter or a marinade adds flavor and helps keep the seafood moist during grilling.
- Presentation: Consider serving grilled lobster and shrimp with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad to complement the flavors.
Enjoy your delicious grilled lobster tails and shrimp! It’s a delightful dish that highlights the natural sweetness and delicate texture of seafood with a hint of smoky char from the grill.
