Air Fryer Lobster Tails is one of the best and easy meals, I made in the air fryer. And it was so simple.
They will impress anyone that comes to your house for dinner. They are incredibly easy to air fryer, and the only tool that you really need, besides your air fryer is a pair of scissors.
There is only one trick that you need to know before you air fry these lobster tails, and that is how to cut them open, otherwise, they will not cook.
Air Fryer Lobster Tails
Ingredients:
- 4 lobster tails
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of pepper
Simple Directions:
- Start by melting the butter, once that is melted, cut the lobster with kitchen scissors, right through the tail section. Then with your fingers, break the shell and pull back the shell.
- (When it’s all cooked it looks better than the picture because it’s more easily movable). But be careful, they are really sharp, once you start breaking them.
- Brush your lobster tails with butter, add some salt and pepper, then air fry at 380 degrees for 4 minutes, and then add melted butter, and air fry for another 2 minutes.
- Serve with additional butter.
- Enjoy!
Some Common Questions Asked About This Recipe, For Air Fryer Lobster Tails–
Do You Have To Cut The Lobster Tails Before Air Frying?
Yes, lobster tails need to be cut open, so that they are cooked. Either ruse a really sharp knife or a pair of scissors to open the shell. I personally liked using the pair of scissors more, because I had great control of the cut, and it made it much simpler.
Should I Use Frozen or Thawed Lobster Tails?
If you have only frozen lobster tails, that is fine. You can often buy them frozen at any grocery store in the seafood aisle. I used thawed lobster tails because I think they air fry better, but if you use frozen just add a couple of minutes to the cooking time below.
How Do I Know When My Lobster Is Done?
The color of the lobster changes drastically after it is done cooking. The lobster meat will go from translucence to white when it’s cooked.
Using a meat thermometer, check to see if the temperature is at least 140 degrees F.
Some Other Great Air Fryer Seafood Recipes–
AIR FRYER CAJUN CRAB LEGS
AIR FRYER, CRISPY BREADED FISH FILLETS
AIR FRYER, OLD BAY GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS
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Air Fryer Lobster Tails
These are so easy, today I used frozen, but you can switch them out for frozen lobster tails, just remember to increase the time.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 6
- Total Time: 11
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 lobster tails frozen
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of pepper
Instructions
- Start by melting the butter, once that is melted, cut the lobster with kitchen scissors, right through the tail section. Then with your fingers, break the shell and pull back the shell.
- But be careful, the shells if very sharp, once you start breaking them.
- Brush your lobster tails with butter, add some salt and pepper, then air fry at 380 degrees for 4 minutes, and then add melted butter, and air fry for another 2 minutes.
- Serve with additional butter.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
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made this tonight. both my wife and I enjoyed it. so simple my wife asked, when are you gonna start the lobster!
are the lobster tails frozen or do you defrost them first
This recipe was perfect. It was my first time making lobster tails and my hubby loved it.