Introduction

Cutting into a plump, juicy lobster tail is one of the highlights of summer. The meaty morsels are usually served with drawn butter and a side of lemon, but they can also be used in recipes or eaten on their own.

Will you be using a steamer or boiling water to cook your lobster tail?

There are two ways you can cook lobster tails. The first, and best way is by steaming them. Steaming allows you to keep all of the flavor while removing any fat or oil that may have been added during cooking. Boiling is another option but it’s not as healthy because it adds extra salt and other preservatives into your meal.

Steaming takes less time than boiling so if you’re looking for something quick and easy then this is definitely the way to go!

How hot do you like your lobster?

As the temperature of your water increases, so does the cooking time. If you want to cook your lobster tail at a lower temperature, it’s going to take longer than if you were cooking it at a higher temperature.

If you’re like most people and enjoy tender meat with no toughness or chewiness, then consider cooking your lobster tail at a lower temperature (around 180 degrees F). This way, when it comes out of its shell and is ready for consumption–it won’t be dry at all!

Check the temperature of the water with an instant read thermometer right before you place your lobster tails into the pot.

Before you place your lobster tails into the pot, check the temperature of the water with an instant read thermometer. You want to make sure that it’s between 145 and 155 degrees F (63-68 degrees C). If it’s too hot or cold, this could result in overcooked or undercooked meat.

How long does it take to cook a lobster tail?

The cooking time for a lobster tail depends on the size of your tail and how hot the water is. You can also use this as a general guideline: 5 minutes per inch of thickness. For example, if you have a 2-inch thick tail, it will take 10 minutes to cook it in boiling water.

Size matters when it comes to cooking lobster tails.

The size of your lobster tail is going to have an impact on how long it takes to cook. Smaller tails take less time, and larger tails take more time. Smaller tails are also more tender than larger ones–you can tell because they’re less chewy when cooked properly!

Lobster tails come in all different sizes, but they’re generally around 1-1/2 pounds (680 grams) each or less. The best way to determine how long it takes for your lobster tail(s) to be done is by weight:

Cooking times will vary based on how hot the water is, how you want to eat and how big your lobster tails are.

Cooking times will vary based on how hot the water is, how you want to eat and how big your lobster tails are. If you want a more tender texture, cook the tails at lower temperatures for longer periods of time. If you prefer a firmer texture and less cooked meat, cook them at higher temperatures for shorter periods of time.

Conclusion

The cooking time will vary based on how hot the water is and how you want to eat your lobster tail. You can boil or steam them until they’re done, or grill them over an open flame for some added flavor!