- 8 small lobster tails, in the shell
- 4 tablespoon mazola corn oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, grated
- 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, stems removed and finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- fresh sea salt
- fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- juice of one fresh lemon
- Combine all of the ingredients for the rub and form a paste.
- Split lobster tails lengthwise with a large knife or kitchen shears.
- Gently separate flesh from the shell being careful not to break the shell and brush flesh side of tail with marinade, getting the marinade under the shell.
- To prevent the tail from curling during cooking, insert skewers lengthwise through the center of the whole lobster tail.
- Lightly oil grill.
- Over a medium heat, place tails, flesh side down, on preheated grill.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, and basting frequently with remaining marinade.
- Discard any leftover marinade.
- Lobster is done when opaque and firm to the touch.