Print Options:

SALT & PEPPER LOBSTER

Yields1 ServingPrep Time20 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time30 mins

 3 western rock lobsters, dispached
 ¾ cup plain / all-purpose flour
 2 tbsp cornflour
 ¼ tsp baking powder
 ¼ tsp baking soda
 ¼ tsp salt
 ¾ cup cold water
 2 cups vegetable or canola oil
 2 cloves garlic
 1 chilli (seeds removed)
 ¼ cup thinly sliced onion (either red or spring)
 Salt and pepper to taste
 fresh coriander
Batter and Fry the Lobster
1

Remove the tail meat from the lobster and chop it into small, bite-sized pieces.

2

In a bowl, combine the flour, cornflour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cold water. Mix well to form a batter.

3

Dip the lobster pieces into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.

4

Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep pan. The oil is ready when a wooden spoon inserted into it bubbles vigorously.

5

Fry the coated lobster pieces in the hot oil until golden brown. Remove and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Flavour the Oil and Coat the Lobster
6

In a separate pan or wok, heat oil over medium heat.

7

Add chopped garlic, chili, thinly sliced onion, salt, and freshly ground pepper.

8

Add the fried lobster bites back into the pan or wok, stirring to coat them evenly with the flavoured oil.

9

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh coriander.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

4

Search

Grab your Christmas Crays!

Check out our Back of Boat locations to pick up your fresh lobsters just in time for Christmas.

To find out more and to pre-order click on the link below.