Preheat oven to 425°F
Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment
Use kitchen shears to cut the top shell of each lobster tail lengthwise
Gently pull the meat up and rest it on top of the shell
Place the tails on the baking sheet
Brush the meat with melted butter
Season with salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika if desired
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and firm
Check that the internal temperature reaches 140°F to 145°F
Remove from oven
Serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra melted butter
