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Grilled Lobster Tail Temperature — Medium-High (375-400°F), 140°F / 60°C

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Grill Heat: Medium-High (375-400°F)

Internal Temperature: 140°F / 60°C

Overview

Grilled Lobster Tail: grill at Medium-High (375-400°F), cook 5-7 min. Internal temp: 140°F (60°C). Split shell, baste with garlic butter. Flesh-side down first.

Key Details

  • Grill Heat: Medium-High (375-400°F)
  • Internal Temperature: 140°F / 60°C
  • Cook Time: 5-7 min
  • Split shell, baste with garlic butter. Flesh-side down first.
  • Preheat grill 10-15 minutes. Clean and oil grates.

Why This Matters

  • Grilling adds smoky char flavor that other methods can't replicate
  • Proper grill temperature ensures food is cooked safely and evenly
  • Direct vs indirect heat: direct for thin cuts, indirect for thick

How To

  1. 1Preheat grill to Medium-High (375-400°F)
  2. 2Clean and oil grill grates
  3. 3Cook for 5-7 min
  4. 4Check internal temp: 140°F
  5. 5Split shell, baste with garlic butter. Flesh-side down first.
  6. 6Let meat rest 5 minutes before serving

Tags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grill at Medium-High (375-400°F). Cook 5-7 min. Internal temp: 140°F. Split shell, baste with garlic butter. Flesh-side down first.