Lobster Tail Basket Recipe
Who doesn’t love a nice piece of tail! Our breaded and fried lobster tail is sure to please.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Lobster Tails
Begin by thawing the lobster tails if they are frozen. Use kitchen scissors to cut the top of the shell down to the tail, then gently pull the meat out, leaving it attached at the end.
- 2
Season the Lobster
Sprinkle the lobster meat with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.
- 3
- 4
Bread the Lobster Tails
Dredge each lobster tail in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure that the tails are well-coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Lobster Tails
Carefully place the breaded lobster tails in the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 4-6 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried lobster tails hot with lemon wedges on the side.




