Cajun Garlic Butter Lobster Recipe

A luxurious, restaurant-style lobster dish made with spicy Cajun seasoning, rich garlic butter, and fresh lemon. Perfect for date night, holidays, or when you just want a bold, flavorful seafood dinner.

 Ingredients

For the Lobster

• 2–4 lobster tails (4–6 oz each)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Cajun Garlic Butter

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Lemon wedges, for serving

 Instructions

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails

1. Using kitchen scissors, cut the top shell down the middle to the tail.
2. Gently pull the lobster meat up through the shell, letting it rest on top (but still attached at the base).
3. Pat dry with paper towels.

2. Season the Lobster

Brush lobster meat with:

• olive oil
• Cajun seasoning
• paprika
• salt & pepper
• lemon juice

Make sure it’s coated well for maximum flavor.

3. Make the Cajun Garlic Butter

1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
2. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant (don’t brown it).
3. Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, red pepper flakes, parsley, and lemon juice.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning.

4. Cook the Lobster

You can broil, bake, or pan-sear — choose your favorite:

 Broil (best flavor & caramelization)

1. Place lobster tails on a baking sheet.
2. Brush generously with Cajun garlic butter.
3. Broil on HIGH for 6–10 minutes, depending on size, until opaque and lightly browned.

 Bake

• Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10–12 minutes, brushing with butter halfway through.

 Pan-Sear (fastest)

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add a spoonful of the garlic butter.
3. Cook lobster meat 3–5 minutes per side, basting constantly.

5. Finish With Butter

Brush the hot lobster tails with more Cajun garlic butter.
Serve with extra sauce and lemon wedges.

 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Garlic mashed potatoes
• Jasmine rice
• Steamed veggies
• Cajun pasta
• Crusty bread for dipping