Blackened Maine Lobster Tail

INGREDIENTS

• 14 - 16 oz lobster tail
• ¼ cup softened butter
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 6 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons blackening seasoning

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In mixing bowl, soften butter until spreadable.
2. Add remaining ingredients and combine thoroughly.
3. Preheat a cast iron pan to just below smoke point.
4. Spread the blackening butter mixture evenly on all sides of the lobster tail.
5. Sear the tail for 3 minutes on each side, gently pressing down on the lobster to prevent too much curling.
6. Remove pan from the heat and allow the tail to rest in the pan for an additional 5 minutes before serving.