Grilled Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter

4 (6 to 8-ounce) lobster tails, thawed if frozen
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 medium lemon
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon vegetable or olive oil
Directions:

Thaw the lobster: Place on a plate in the refrigerator overnight.
Soften the butter: Let 4 tablespoons of butter sit at room temperature.
Heat the grill: Preheat to medium (350ºF to 400ºF).
Prepare garlic butter: Chop 2 garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon parsley, mix with butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Cut lobster shells: Cut through the top shell with kitchen shears.
Loosen meat: Gently pry the meat away from the shell.
Split meat: Halve the meat lengthwise without cutting the bottom shell.
Grill the first side: Brush meat with oil, season with salt, and grill flesh-side down for about 5 minutes.
Grill the second side: Flip, add garlic butter, and cook until the meat is 135 to 140ºF.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes | Total Time: 23-25 minutes
Kcal: 269 | Servings: 4