Dive into this irresistible seafood feast featuring golden-fried shrimp, calamari, and lobster tails, garnished with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon kick!
Ingredients
8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
1 small squid, cut into rings (calamari) 🦑
2 lobster tails, halved 🦞
1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
1/2 cup cornmeal 🌽
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
1 tsp paprika 🌶️
1 tsp salt 🧂
1/2 tsp black pepper 🖤
1 egg, beaten 🥚
1/2 cup milk 🥛
Oil for frying 🛢️
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
1 lemon, cut into wedges 🍋
Instructions
Prepare the Coating: In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk the egg and milk together. 🥣
Coat the Seafood: Dip the shrimp, calamari rings, and lobster tails into the egg mixture, then dredge them in the flour-cornmeal mix, ensuring they’re fully coated. 🍤
Fry the Seafood: Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the shrimp and calamari in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Fry the lobster tails for 4-5 minutes until the meat is opaque. Drain on paper towels. 🔥
Season & Garnish: Sprinkle the fried seafood with parsley, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh zing. 🍋
Serve Hot: Arrange the shrimp, calamari, and lobster tails on a platter. Add lemon wedges on the side for extra tang. Dig in while it’s crispy! 🍽️
Enjoy! This seafood platter is perfect for sharing with friends or treating yourself to a coastal delight. 🌊
Savor the crunch and ocean-fresh flavors in every bite of this fried seafood masterpiece! 😋
