11 Maine Lobster Tail Recipes

In Maine, we usually eat the complete lobsters, it is not common for us to just cook the tails. But since most lobsters globally only allow you to eat the tail, they wont have claws, lobster tails are a popular seller here at Overnight Maine Lobster. 

Here are 11 Maine Lobster Tail Recipes:

1. Grilled Lobster Tails: Grill the lobster tails over medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes, turning once, until the shells turn bright red and the meat is cooked through. Serve with melted butter and a squeeze of lemon.

2. Lobster Tails with Garlic Butter: Brush the lobster tails with a mixture of melted butter and minced garlic, then bake in the oven at 400°F for about 15-20 minutes. Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

3. Lobster Tails with Lemon and Herb: Slice the lobster tails down the middle and brush with a mixture of melted butter, lemon juice, and fresh herbs such as parsley and basil. Grill or bake the lobster tails until they are cooked through and serve with a lemon wedge.

4. Lobster Tails with Coconut Curry Sauce: Saute diced onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan, then add coconut milk, red curry paste, and diced vegetables. Place the lobster tails in the pan and simmer until the lobster is cooked through. Serve over rice or noodles.

5. Lobster Tails with Scallops and Bacon: Wrap the lobster tails in bacon and grill or bake until the bacon is crispy. In a separate pan, saute scallops until they are cooked through. Serve the lobster tails and scallops with a side of mixed vegetables.

6. Lobster Tails with Mango Salsa: Grill the lobster tails until they are cooked through, then serve with a fresh mango salsa made with diced mango, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro.

7. Lobster Tails with Chili Lime Butter: Mix together melted butter, chili powder, and lime juice and brush over the lobster tails. Grill or bake the lobster tails until they are cooked through and serve with a side of corn on the cob.

8. Lobster Tails with Fettuccine Alfredo: Cook fettuccine noodles according to package instructions, then toss with a homemade Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Add sliced lobster tails to the pasta and serve with a side of garlic bread.

9. Lobster Tails with Risotto: Cook risotto according to recipe instructions, then stir in diced lobster meat and a handful of frozen peas. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley.

10. Lobster Tails with Caesar Salad: Grill or bake the lobster tails until they are cooked through, then slice and serve over a bed of Caesar salad greens. Top with croutons and a homemade Caesar dressing.

11. Lobster Tails with Grilled Asparagus: Grill the lobster tails and asparagus spears until they are cooked through, then serve with a side of quinoa or brown rice. Top with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped herbs.