Air Fryer Lobster Tail
Air Fryer Lobster Tail is made with 2 lobster tails, butter, garlic, paprika; air fry at 380°F for 8 minutes to serve 2. 280 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Using kitchen shears, cut down the top of the lobster shell lengthwise. Gently pull meat up through the slit and rest it on top of the shell (butterfly style).
- 2
Mix melted butter with garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush generously over the lobster meat.
- 3
Air fry at 380°F for 6-8 minutes until meat is opaque and reaches 140°F.
- 4
Garnish with parsley. Serve with drawn butter and lemon wedges.
- 5
Pair with asparagus or corn for a complete meal.
Tip: Butterflying the tail (meat on top of shell) is key — it cooks more evenly and looks impressive. Don't overcook lobster; it gets tough and rubbery fast. Pull at 140°F. Use kitchen shears, not a knife, for cutting the shell safely.
Why Air Fry This?
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Lobster Tail at 380°F for 8 minutes. Butterflying the tail (meat on top of shell) is key — it cooks more evenly and looks impressive. Don't overcook lobster; it gets tough and rubbery fast. Pull at 140°F. Use kitchen shears, not a knife, for cutting the shell safely.
You need: 2 lobster tails (6-8 oz each), 3 tbsp butter, melted, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tsp paprika, Salt and pepper, Fresh parsley, chopped, Drawn butter for dipping, Lemon wedges, Fresh asparagus or corn on the cob. This recipe serves 2 with 280 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Lobster Tail takes 8 minutes total at 380°F. Pair with asparagus or corn for a complete meal.
This recipe is rated Medium. It serves 2 and takes just 8 minutes at 380°F.
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