How to Boil Lobster
- by Omaha Steaks
- Last updated Aug 24, 2023
Lobster is a decadent shellfish that can be intimidating to prepare at home. Boiling your lobster offers an easy and simple option for preparing a juicy, succulent lobster meal. Follow the steps below for how to boil lobster and you’ll have a delicious dinner on the table in under 15 minutes.
The Best Lobster Tails for Boiling
At Omaha Steaks, we pride ourselves on our flash-freezing methods so you can enjoy the most all-natural, ocean-fresh flavors at home. We offer two types of responsibly wild-caught and quickly frozen lobster tails that are perfect for boiling. Our full-size 5 oz. Cold Water Lobster Tails are sweet, succulent, and full of color and frozen straight from the ocean. Follow the steps below for how to boil your lobster.
How to Boil Lobster
Boiling lobster is a fool-proof cooking method for juicy and tender lobster. No matter your level of cooking skills, preparing lobster is no longer intimidating. Just follow these three simple steps.
1. Thaw (Optional)
When thawing, remove from plastic packaging. Cover and refrigerate below 38°F. Once thawed, consume within one to two days. However, since you’ve decided to boil your lobster, thawing is optional, and you can take them straight from the freezer to the stovetop.
2. Butterfly the Lobster Tails
For our full-size Cold-Water Lobster Tails, butterfly tails by cutting down through middle of hard shell with a sharp knife, stopping when you hit the bottom shell. Open the cut lobster tail and press down to flatten. Splitting the tails allows the lobster to cook more evenly.
3. Boiling Lobster
Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Place lobster tails in the boiling water. After the water begins to boil once more, reduce the heat to a simmer. If cooking from frozen cook for 12-15 minutes and if thawed 5-6 minutes. When the lobster meat is white and opaque you can remove them from the pot and enjoy.
Serving Ideas for Boiled Lobster Tails
The simplicity of boiling lobster allows you time to serve it with a great meal. Serve your boiled lobster with a tender steak, a steakhouse side, and a decadent dessert to make for an ultimate surf-and-turf experience at home.
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