Jebwejebwe (grilled Lobster Tails With Coconut Lime Butter)
Jebwejebwe is a traditional Marshallese dish featuring succulent grilled lobster tails topped with a flavorful coconut lime butter. This dish is perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 lobster tails
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut the top of the lobster shells with kitchen shears and brush the meat with olive oil.
- Place the lobster tails on the grill, shell side down, and cook for 5-6 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the softened butter, coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper.
- Flip the lobster tails and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Remove the lobster tails from the grill and top each tail with a generous dollop of the coconut lime butter.
- Serve the grilled lobster tails with additional lime wedges and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 27g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Basting brush
Tools
Kitchen shears Small bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the Jebwejebwe with a side of steamed rice and grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use fresh lobster tails and adjust the grilling time based on the size of the tails.
Cost
$40