Description
Crispy Deep Fried Lobster Tails are a seafood lover’s dream. This delightful dish features succulent lobster meat encased in a perfectly seasoned, crunchy batter that delivers an explosion of flavor with every bite. Ideal for special occasions or as a weekend treat, these lobster tails are marinated in a zesty buttermilk and Old Bay seasoning blend before being deep-fried to golden perfection. Whether served as an appetizer, main course, or in inventive tacos, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe and elevate your seafood game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lobster tails
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Thaw lobster tails if frozen and cut through the top shell, pulling the meat slightly out for presentation.
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk and Old Bay seasoning; marinate lobster tails for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C) and prepare flour in another bowl.
- Remove lobster tails from marinade, dredge in flour until fully coated, then fry in hot oil for 3–5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg