Deep-Fried Lobster

This fried lobster tail recipe was created by a commercial fisherman who obviously knows what he's doing. It's simple to make and so incredible!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 543 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 2 cups cornmeal
• 2 quarts oil for frying, or as needed
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 (1 pound) fresh lobster tails, cleaned and halved but still in shell

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine cornmeal, flour, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag; shake until well combined. Place one lobster tail half into the bag; seal and shake until fully coated, then remove to a plate. Repeat to coat remaining lobster tails.

Step 3

Place one coated lobster tail into the preheated oil; cook until meat turns white and coating is lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat to fry remaining lobsters.