Moreton Bay Bugs With Ginger Mint Butter Recipe

Name: Moreton Bay Bugs With Ginger Mint Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint (or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon grated lime zest; 3 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce); 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 4 lobster tails, 8-9 ounces each, halved lengthwise and deveined (or Moreton Bay Bugs if you can find them); salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat grill to high.
2
Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
3
Add mint, ginger, garlic and zest.
4
Increase heat to medium.
5
Cook until mixture is fragrant but not browned, about 3 minutes.
6
Stir in fish sauce and lime juice.
7
Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
8
Brush butter mixture over cut side of lobsters.
9
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
10
When ready to cook, oil the grill grate.
11
Arrange lobster on the grate, cut side down, and grill for 6-8 minutes.
12
Turn with tongs.
13
Grill for 6-8 minutes more, basting generously several times with butter mixture.
14
Serve with remaining butter, if any.

244

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* 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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint (or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint), 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Moreton Bay Bugs With Ginger Mint Butter 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.

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Moreton Bay Bugs With Ginger Mint Butter

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Variations & substitutions

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