Lobster Baja Style

Elevate your seafood feast with Lobster Baja Style, a flavor-packed dish that combines the smoky essence of grilled lobster with the bright, zesty freshness of homemade pico de gallo. Tender lobster tails are basted in a luxurious lime-butter blend infused with garlic and paprika, then perfectly charred on the grill for a succulent, smoky finish. Topped with a vibrant pico de gallo made with Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro, this dish captures the bold, fresh flavors of Baja cuisine in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for summer barbecues, special occasions, or when you’re craving coastal-inspired dining at home. Serve with lime wedges for an extra citrusy kick and watch it become the star of your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Lobster tails
• 2 pieces Lime
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 3 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 piece Red onion
• 1 piece Jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Prepare the lobster tails by using kitchen shears to cut down the middle of the shell lengthwise, stopping at the tail. Gently pull back the shell to expose the meat but keep it attached at the base.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the juice of 1 lime, melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, and olive oil. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Brush the lobster meat generously with the lime-butter mixture, reserving some for basting during grilling.

Step 5

Prepare the pico de gallo by dicing the Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño. Combine in a bowl with chopped fresh cilantro, the juice of the remaining lime, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

Place the lobster tails on the grill, meat-side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until lightly charred. Flip them over and baste with more lime-butter mixture. Continue grilling for another 5-6 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.

Step 7

Transfer the grilled lobster tails to a serving platter and spoon the fresh pico de gallo over the top.

Step 8

Garnish with extra cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1127.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1365.1

Total Fat 83.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 620.0mg	0%
Sodium 5210.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 122.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 617.7mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 2008.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 10.1%