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Air Fryer Lobster Tail Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 lobster tails
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Lobster Tails:
- Using kitchen scissors, carefully cut the top shell of the lobster tails down the middle, stopping just before the end. Gently pull the meat up and out of the shell, keeping it attached at the end. This is called “piggybacking.”
- Make the Butter Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Lobster:
- Brush the lobster meat generously with the butter mixture. Make sure to coat it well for flavor.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Air Fry the Lobster:
- Place the lobster tails in the air fryer basket, meat side up. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 140°F or 60°C).
- Serve:
- Once done, remove the lobster tails from the air fryer. Drizzle with any remaining butter mixture and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Tips:
- Cooking time may vary based on the size of the lobster tails, so adjust accordingly.
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before air frying.
Enjoy your delicious air-fried lobster tails!