Garlic Butter Moreton Bay Bug Tails With Garlic & Walnut Mayo Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• STEP 2.In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 3.Brush the garlic butter mixture onto the Moreton Bay bug tails.
• STEP 4.Grill the bug tails for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and slightly charred.
• STEP 5.In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped walnuts, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the garlic and walnut mayo.
• STEP 6.Serve the grilled bug tails with the garlic and walnut mayo on the side.
• STEP 7.Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, if desired.
• STEP 8.Enjoy the Garlic Butter Moreton Bay Bug Tails with Garlic & Walnut Mayo!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to preheat the grill to medium-high heat to ensure even cooking.
• Brush the garlic butter mixture onto the bug tails generously for maximum flavor.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the bug tails in a hot skillet or under the broiler.
• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
• The garlic and walnut mayo can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover bug tails can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the bug tails in a hot skillet or under the broiler until warmed through.
• Serve the bug tails with fresh lemon wedges and a side of garlic and walnut mayo.