Crispy Air-Fried Lobster Tails
Juicy lobster tails with a crispy coating, ready in minutes with your Air Fryer!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Plastic resealable bag
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh lobster tails cleaned and halved, in shells
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup green olives
Instructions
- In a resealable plastic bag, combine lobster tails, butter, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, garlic, and cornmeal.
- Shake well to coat evenly.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 390°F.
- Lightly grease the cooking basket and arrange the coated lobster tails in a single layer.
- Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
- Work in batches if necessary.
- Serve the crispy lobster tails with green olives on the side.
- Enjoy!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice
Pair with a buttery Chardonnay or a sparkling white wine to enhance the lobster’s natural sweetness.
Nutrition values
Calories: 422 kcal | Carbohydrates: 49.9 g | Protein: 35.4 g | Fat: 7.9 g | Sugar: 3.1 g