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Close-up of air-fried lobster tail with seasonings on a wooden board.

Easy Air Fryer Lobster Tails (Restaurant-Quality!)

Enjoy restaurant-quality lobster tails made easily in your air fryer! This recipe delivers perfectly cooked, succulent lobster in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 2 tails
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 Lobster Tails 6-8 oz each
  • 2 tablespoons Butter melted
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon Lemon juice optional
  • Fresh Parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)

Method
 

  1. Prepare Lobster Tails: Cut down the center of the shell, separate, and lift the meat. Loosen the meat but leave it connected. Pull the meat over the shell.
  2. Season: Combine melted butter, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using). Brush over the lobster meat.
  3. Air Fry: Place lobster tails in the air fryer. Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes, until cooked through.
  4. Garnish & Serve: Remove from the air fryer. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.