Description
Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter made in the air fryer offers a juicy, tender, and flavorful dish that’s simple to prepare and perfect for any special occasion. With a savory garlic butter sauce and the ease of air frying, this dish delivers restaurant-quality lobster at home with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lobster tails (frozen or fresh)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the lobster tails by cutting the top of the shell lengthwise and gently pulling the meat apart, ensuring it stays attached at the base of the tail.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and parsley. Stir to combine.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for a few minutes. Brush the lobster meat with the garlic butter sauce and place the lobster tails in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, depending on the size of the tails. The lobster should be opaque and tender when fully cooked.
- Garnish with extra garlic butter, parsley, and lemon wedges before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Don’t overcook the lobster to avoid tough, rubbery meat. Check the internal temperature and aim for 140°F (60°C) for the perfect texture.
- For added flavor, drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the lobster after cooking.
- Frozen lobster tails should be fully thawed before cooking for even results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Lobster Tail, Garlic Butter Lobster, Air Fryer Lobster, Easy Lobster Recipe, Garlic Butter Seafood