Crispy Lobster Bites with Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of these Crispy Lobster Bites with Garlic Butter Sauce. A perfect balance of crispy, tender lobster paired with a rich and savory garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
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Lobster Bites:
- 1 lb lobster tails, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lobster – Mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dredge lobster pieces in this mixture, shaking off excess.
- Fry – Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry lobster bites until golden (about 2-3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- Garlic Butter Sauce – In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and red pepper flakes.
- Serve – Drizzle the lobster bites with garlic butter sauce or serve it as a dip. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lobster Bites, Garlic Butter Sauce, Seafood Appetizer, Fried Lobster
