Lava Grilled Lobster Tails (Eldfjalla grillaðar humarhaliar)
Eldfjalla grillaðar humarhaliar, or Lava Grilled Lobster Tails, is a traditional Icelandic dish that brings together the flavors of fresh lobster with the unique cooking method of grilling over lava.
Ingredients
- 4 lobster tails
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the grill over a bed of lava rocks until it reaches a high heat.
- Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise and brush the meat with the melted butter.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper over the lobster tails.
- Place the lobster tails on the grill, shell side down, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip the lobster tails and continue grilling for another 5 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Sprinkle the grilled lobster tails with fresh parsley before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Lava grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Grill Lava rocks
Tools
Grilling tongs Basting brush
Serving suggestions
Serve the Eldfjalla grillaðar humarhaliar with a side of roasted vegetables and a crisp white wine.
Tips & tricks
Be cautious when grilling over lava and ensure the grill is stable and secure.
Cost
$40