Sumptuous Tandoori Lobster Tails with Mint Chutney

Name: Sumptuous Tandoori Lobster Tails with Mint Chutney
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Plain yogurt; Ginger-garlic paste; Red chili powder; Turmeric powder; Tandoori masala; Salt; Lemon juice; Lobster tails; Melted butter; Salt and pepper; Fresh mint leaves; Fresh cilantro; Green chili; Lime juice; Salt; Lemon wedges; Red onion slices

A decadent seafood experience with aromatic spices and refreshing mint.

This dish brings together the aromatic flavors of Indian tandoori spices with the rich, succulent taste of lobster, complemented by a cooling mint chutney.

1 h 30 min
4
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Ingredients

For the Tandoori Marinade

Plain yogurt

2 tbsp

Ginger-garlic paste

1 tbsp

Red chili powder

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Tandoori masala

1 tbsp

Salt

To taste

Lemon juice

Juice of 1 lemon

For the Lobster Tails

Lobster tails

Melted butter

2 tbsp

Salt and pepper

To taste

For the Mint Chutney

Fresh mint leaves

1 cup

Fresh cilantro

1/2 cup

Green chili

Lime juice

Juice of 1 lime

Salt

To taste

Optional Accompaniments

Lemon wedges

Red onion slices

Preparation

Marinating the Lobster Tails

Mix the Marinade

In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, tandoori masala, salt, and lemon juice.

Ensure the lobster tails are fully thawed before marinating.

Butterfly and Brush

Carefully butterfly the lobster tails and brush generously with the prepared marinade.

Refrigerate

Allow the lobster to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

For best results, marinate for a full hour.

Preparing the Mint Chutney

Combine Ingredients

Combine mint leaves, cilantro, green chili, lime juice, and salt in a blender.

Use fresh herbs for the most intense flavor.

Blend

Blend until smooth, adding a little water if necessary to reach a consistent texture.

Chill

Set the chutney aside in the refrigerator to keep it fresh until serving.

Cooking Process

Grill the Lobster Tails

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated lobster tails shell side down and grill for about 10–12 minutes, basting with melted butter occasionally.

Maintain medium-high heat and baste often for extra juiciness.

Keep Chutney Cool

While grilling, keep the prepared mint chutney chilled for serving.

Final Touch

After grilling, squeeze a dash of fresh lemon juice over the lobster tails to enhance flavor.

Plating & Serving