Follow these straightforward steps to achieve perfect grilled lobster tails with garlic butter:

1. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, around 350-400°F (175-200°C).
2. Prepare the Lobster Tails: Using kitchen scissors, cut the top shell of the lobster tails down the center, from the wide end to the tip.
3. Open the Lobster Tails: Gently pull apart the shell to expose the lobster meat. Leave the meat attached at the base.
4. Make Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, stirring until combined.
5. Season the Lobster Meat: Brush the lobster meat generously with the homemade garlic butter mixture.
6. Grill the Lobster Tails: Place each lobster tail on the grill, meat side up. Grill for about 5-7 minutes.
7. Flip the Lobster Tails: Carefully flip the lobster tails to meat side down and grill for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked and opaque.
8. Baste Again: Use the remaining garlic butter to baste the lobster meat while grilling.
9. Check for Doneness: The lobster is done when it is opaque and the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
10. Remove from the Grill: Carefully take the lobster tails off the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
11. Serve: Plate the grilled lobster tails with extra garlic butter drizzled on top and lemon wedges on the side.

By following these steps, you’ll create a dish that not only looks impressive but tastes incredible.