Air Fryer Lobster Tails with Lemon-Garlic Butter is a quick, delicious, and elegant dish. Perfectly cooked lobster tails are brushed with a rich lemon-garlic butter, making it a perfect dish for a special occasion or an upscale weeknight dinner.
Ingredients for this Air Fryer Lobster Tails:
- 2 (4-ounce) lobster tails
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
- 2 wedges lemon
Directions:
- Prepare the Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut the top of the lobster shell down the center. Gently pull the meat out from the shell, leaving the tail end attached. Place the lobster tails on a plate.
- Make the Lemon-Garlic Butter: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in lemon zest, grated garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Prepare Lobster Tails: Brush the lobster meat generously with the lemon-garlic butter mixture.
- Air Fry: Place the lobster tails in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through. (Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model.)
- Garnish and Serve: Once done, remove the lobster tails and drizzle with any remaining butter. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 0g
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
This easy-to-make Air Fryer Lobster Tails recipe guarantees tender, flavorful lobster with the perfect touch of lemon-garlic butter. It’s the ideal dish for seafood lovers and can be prepared in just 13 minutes. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to an upscale meal at home.
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