Broiled Lobster Tails with Garlic Dill Butter

Using kitchen shears, cut the top of the lobster shell straight down the back, stopping at the tail.

Carefully separate the shell and use your fingers to loosen the meat from the shell. Lift the meat up and place it on top of the shell.

If you see a dark digestive tract running down the center of the meat, remove it.

Place the prepared lobster tails on a foil-lined baking sheet. Season generously with kosher salt, black pepper, and a sprinkle of paprika for color.

Place the lobster under the broiler and cook for 8-10 minutes.

While the lobster broils, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.

Grate the garlic cloves directly into the melted butter. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, and season with kosher salt and black pepper.

Periodically baste the lobster tails with the garlic butter as they cook under the broiler.

Once the butter is fragrant, turn off the heat and stir in the chopped fresh dill.

When the lobster is opaque and cooked through, remove it from the oven. Brush generously with the remaining garlic dill butter.

Transfer the lobster tails to a serving plate, pour over any extra sauce from the pan, and garnish with chopped fresh chives.