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Best Crispy Deep Fried Lobster Tails Recipe

Crispy Deep Fried Lobster Tails deliver a golden, crunchy exterior with tender, juicy lobster meat inside. This restaurant-quality seafood recipe uses a simple buttermilk soak and seasoned flour coating to create an indulgent comfort dish that is surprisingly easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lobster tails 4 to 6 ounces each
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Garlic butter sauce for dipping

Method
 

  1. Butterfly lobster tails by cutting shells lengthwise.
  2. Remove meat and rest it on top of the shell.
  3. Soak lobster tails in buttermilk.
  4. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Combine flour, Old Bay seasoning, and baking powder.
  6. Heat oil to 350 to 365 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Remove lobster from buttermilk and coat in seasoned flour.
  8. Shake off excess flour.
  9. Carefully place lobster tails into hot oil.
  10. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes until golden and meat turns white.
  11. Remove lobster tails once they float.
  12. Drain on paper towels.
  13. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and dipping sauce.

Notes

Maintain proper oil temperature and avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery lobster. Serve immediately for best crispiness.