Title: How to Cook Lobster Tail - Jessica Gavin
Headings: How to Cook Lobster Tail
How to Cook Lobster Tail
How each cooking method varies
Preparing and thawing frozen lobster tails
Butterflied lobster tails
Seasonings
Boiled lobster tail
Steamed lobster tail
Baked lobster tail
Broiled lobster tail
Grilled lobster tail
How to know when lobster is done cooking
What to serve with lobster tails
Lobster selection and yield after cooking
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How to Cook Lobster Tail
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Ingredients
Boiled Lobster Tail
Steamed Lobster Tail
Baked Lobster Tail
Broiled Lobster Tail
Grilled Lobster Tail
Lemon Garlic Butter Topping (Optional)
Instructions
Defrost lobster tails
Butterflied Lobster
Boiled Lobster Tail
Steamed Lobster Tail
Baked Lobster Tail
Broiled Lobster Tail
Grilled Lobster Tail
Lemon Garlic Butter Topping
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Content: You can also cook butterflied lobster tails on a cedar plank for extra flavor. How to know when lobster is done cooking
The best way to know when the lobster is done cooking is to insert an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the tail. When the internal temperature reaches between 135 to 140ºF (57 to 63ºC) the lobster is ready to eat. Visually, the dark shell will turn bright red due to the coloring agent astaxanthin transforming when heated. The flesh will turn from translucent to opaque pinkish-white color that is firm to the touch. What to serve with lobster tails
Fresh lemon wedges
Chopped parsley or chives
Melted butter for dipping, or homemade flavored butter
Lobster selection and yield after cooking
About ½ the weight of a lobster tail is actual meat after cooking, although larger lobsters typically have a slightly better yield. Be aware that yields can vary by season. The weight generally varies between 3 ounces to 1 pound on larger tails. A 3 to 10-ounce tail is considered a good individually-sized portion. Pin this recipe to save for later
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How to Cook Lobster Tail
Learn how to cook lobster tail five different ways!