Baja Lobster Tacos Recipe

Name: Baja Lobster Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Guacamole:; 2 large Hass avocados; 1 small Roma tomato, seeded and diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; salt to taste; Tacos:; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 4 lobster tails; 8 flour tortillas

Servings: persons

Guacamole:
2 large Hass avocados
1 small Roma tomato, seeded and diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt to taste
Tacos:
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 lobster tails
8 flour tortillas

1
Peel and mash avocados in a medium serving bowl. Stir in tomato, jalapeno pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Cover guacamole with plastic wrap and set aside while preparing the tacos.
2
Preheat a cast iron grill pan over medium heat.
3
Mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
4
Split lobster tails lengthwise with a large knife and brush flesh side of tail with butter mixture. Cook until grill marks show, about 6 minutes. Flip lobster tails and cook for 2 minutes more.
5
In the meantime, heat a griddle over medium heat until hot. Cook tortillas on the griddle for about 1 minute on each side.
6
Pull lobster meat from shells and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Spread 1 heaping tablespoon of guacamole in the center of each warm tortilla and top with the lobster meat.

826

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Guacamole:, 2 large Hass avocados, 1 small Roma tomato, seeded and diced, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced, and more.

Yes, Baja Lobster Tacos falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baja Lobster Tacos

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