Description
Indulgent deep-fried lobster tails bring coastal luxury to your dinner table, offering crispy golden perfection with succulent seafood inside. Guests will savor this elegant dish that blends classic techniques with irresistible flavor profiles.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 4 cold water lobster tails
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt-free lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Liquid and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Carefully separate lobster shell from meat using kitchen shears, making a precise lengthwise cut without detaching completely. Gently unfold the meat, positioning it atop the shell for an elegant presentation.
- Create a dynamic seasoning blend by combining paprika, Old Bay, and lemon pepper, thoroughly distributing the spices across the exposed lobster meat.
- Craft a crispy coating mixture by whisking flour with baking powder and reserved seasoning blend until uniformly combined.
- Immerse seasoned lobster tails in cold buttermilk for 2-3 minutes, allowing the dairy to tenderize and enhance flavor absorption.
- Preheat cooking oil to precisely 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed skillet, ensuring optimal temperature for crisp exterior.
- Thoroughly dredge buttermilk-soaked lobster tails in seasoned flour, eliminating excess coating. Carefully lower into hot oil, frying 4-5 minutes until exterior transforms to a rich golden brown.
- Simultaneously prepare garlic butter sauce by melting butter in a separate skillet, introducing minced garlic and sautéing until it reaches a delicate golden hue and releases aromatic notes.
- Transfer crispy lobster tails to serving platter, immediately drizzling with fragrant garlic butter or presenting sauce separately for individualized dipping experience.
Notes
- Butterfly with precision to keep the meat intact and create an elegant presentation that showcases the lobster’s natural beauty.
- Pat lobster tails completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown coating that locks in maximum flavor.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like gluten-free or almond flour for those with dietary restrictions while maintaining a light, crunchy texture.
- Use a digital thermometer to monitor oil temperature, preventing soggy or burnt exteriors and guaranteeing perfectly cooked lobster every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg