How to Steam Lobster Tails

Choose lobster tails that are fresh or hard frozen.

Steaming is an easy and efficient way to prepare lobster tails. The light cooking method preserves the meat's delicate flavor, while not overcooking it. Does this Spark an idea?

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Lobster tails
Double boiler or large pot and colander.

Instructions

- 1
  
  Fill the pot with water, about halfway. Bring it to a boil and fit the top of the pot with the steam chamber or steam basket, or use a colander.
- 2
  
  Place your thawed lobster tails in the upper part of double boiler. Cover with a lid.
- 3
  
  Steam the lobster tails for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the steamer and rinse in cold water.

Tips & Warnings

If you're using frozen tails, make sure they are completely thawed before cooking.
Make sure the level of the boiling water is below the steamer.

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