How to Boil Lobster Tails - A Step-By-Step Guide

1. Thaw your lobster tails, then put a skewer through them to keep them from curling.

2.. Bring a pot of water to a boil.

3. Reduce heat to a soft boil and add Maine sea salt.

4. Drop tails in one at a time and set your kitchen timer for the times listed below.

5. Cool the cooked lobster tails right away with cold water or ice to keep them from overcooking.

6. Serve and enjoy your boiled lobster tails!

2-6 tails – 3 to 6 oz. – 3-5 minutes

2-6 tails – 6 to 7 oz. – 5-6 minutes

2-6 tails – 8 to 10 oz. – 6-8 minutes

2-6 tails – 10 to 16 oz. – 8-10 minutes

2-6 tails – 16 to 20 oz. – 10 minutes

2-6 tails – 20 to 28 oz. – 10-13 minutes