Tempura Lobster Tails

Sweet and succulent lobster tails are fried in an airy tempura batter that will surprise and delight your guests.

Main Ingredients:

• 2 lobster tails
• 1 Tbs chives
• lemon rind, sliced
• Canola oil for frying

Lemon Aioli Ingredients:

• 1 Tbs lemon juice
• 3 Tbs mayo
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• Pinch of black pepper

Mix all ingredients in bowl and set aside.

Tempura Batter Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 cup corn starch
• 1 Tbs baking powder
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 cup cold club soda

Combine first four ingredients, whisk in cold soda last.

Instructions:

1. Steam or boil lobster tails.
2. Split lobster tails lengthwise and remove from shell.
3. Split each half into half again (each lobster tail gets you 4 pieces).
4. Heat oil to 350⁰ in a heavy bottomed sauce pan.
5. Dredge lobster pieces in batter.
6. Place in hot oil and fry for two minutes.
7. Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel lined plate.