Lobster — Baja Style

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2

Baja-style Lobster recipe for seafood lovers

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 lobster tails
	4 tablespoons of soft butter
	2 tablespoons minced garlic
	4 tablespoons white wine or 4 tablespoons water
	4 sheets heavy duty aluminum foil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

252

Sugar

Fat

14g

This Baja-style Lobster recipe comes straight from the Mexican coast and is a classic holiday dish. The sweet, tender, and succulent flesh of the lobster tails is infused with a delicious garlic and butter marinade, creating an irresistible flavor that makes it perfect for a festive meal or a special occasion. Seafood lovers cannot resist this mouth-watering and delightful meal that is sure to delight every taste bud.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 450°F.
2.	Place each lobster tail on a sheet of aluminum foil.
3.	Cut down the center of the lobster shell with kitchen shears, without cutting through the bottom of the shell, and butterfly the lobster tail.
4.	Spread 1 tablespoon of soft butter and 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic over the lobster meat.
5.	Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of white wine on each tail. Wrap each tail in the foil, creating a tightly sealed packet.
6.	Bake for 8-10 minutes in the oven until cooked through and the meat is firm, then serve hot!

PROS

This Baja-style Lobster recipe is easy and quick to prepare, and it delivers a delicious meal filled with juicy and tender lobster flavors, perfect for seafood lovers.

CONS

Lobster is expensive and can be challenging to find fresh in many parts of the world.

Seafood can be a source of allergies for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lobster is a rich source of protein and vitamins,
including vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids.
It contains a low amount of fat and calories compared to other meat sources.
However, it is high in cholesterol, so it should be consumed in moderation.