Grilled Spicy Cowboy Butter Poured Over Juicy Lobster Tails? Say Less.
If you’re ready to level up your seafood game, these Cajun Butter Lobster Tails smothered in Cowboy Butter bring luxury and heat to your plate. This isn’t your average butter—it’s spiked with cayenne, Dijon, chipotle red pepper flakes, and packed with fresh herbs and garlic. The flavor is wild, bold, and buttery in all the right ways.
Recipe creator Boyd Brown III combines Southern heat with elevated comfort, creating a butter sauce that clings to lobster like it was born to. Serve it for date night, Sunday flex meals, or anytime you want to impress yourself and your guests.
Ingredients
For the Cowboy Butter:
- 1½ sticks unsalted butter (12 tablespoons)
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons scallions, minced
- 1 teaspoon dry thyme
- ½ teaspoon chipotle red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Melt the Butter Base
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter halfway, then immediately turn off the heat.
- Stir in garlic, shallots, smoked paprika, cayenne, chipotle flakes, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Whisk until fully blended.
- Add parsley and scallions, stir again.
- Finish with a pinch of salt and adjust to taste. Set aside.
Step 2: Prep the Lobster Tails
- Using kitchen shears, cut and split lobster tails in half lengthwise.
- Brush the meat lightly with oil or melted butter.
- Season with salt and Cajun seasoning to your taste.
Step 3: Grill on a Nonstick Grill Topper
- Preheat your nonstick grill topper over medium to medium-high heat.
- Place lobster tails flesh side down on the grill topper.
- Sear for 4–5 minutes, then flip and grill for another 4–5 minutes, or until meat is opaque and lightly charred.
- Remove from heat and place on a serving platter.
Step 4: Smother and Serve
- Generously spoon Cowboy Butter over the grilled lobster tails.
- Garnish with extra parsley, scallions, or a squeeze of lemon if desired.
- Serve hot with sides like rice, garlic bread, or roasted veggies.
Pro Tips and Serving Suggestions
- Grill with the shell on to help the meat cook gently and absorb smoky flavor.
- Use a nonstick grill topper to prevent sticking and get even sear marks.
- Cowboy Butter is also amazing on steak, shrimp, corn, or potatoes—make extra and store in the fridge for up to a week.
- Want it extra spicy? Increase the chipotle flakes or add a splash of hot sauce.
About the Creator
This indulgent butter sauce comes from Boyd Brown III, the creative culinary force behind @boydbrown3. Known for bold flavors and elevated comfort dishes, Boyd brings finesse and fire to every recipe.
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