How do you get the meat out of a lobster tail?

Pull Out the Meat Press down with your thumbs and push the lobster meat apart with the shell halves. Then carefully tug the meat so it comes off the bottom shell, still keeping the back attached near the tail fan. Pull the meat upward, lay it on top of the shell, and squeeze the shell halves close together beneath it.

What part of the lobster is poisonous?

There are no parts on the lobster that are poisonous. However, the ‘sac’ or stomach of the lobster, which is located behind the eyes, can be filled with shell particles, bones from bait and digestive juices that are not very tasty. The tomalley is the lobster’s liver and hepatopancreas.

How do you cut and cook a lobster tail?

Cut the tail Hold a lobster tail in one hand with the top of the hard shell facing up. Using sturdy kitchen shears ($7, Target), cut through the top of the shell and through the meat, stopping just before the bottom shell. Do not cut through the wide end of the tail.

How do you remove lobster tail from shell?

Pull the fins off the end of the lobster tail. There’s tiny bits of meat in the fins, if you’re inclined to work them out. Wrap your fingers around the shell firmly, leaving the lobster meat exposed on both ends. Poke the fork tines into the end of the tail, where you pulled the fins off.

How long do you cook lobster tails on the stove?

In a deep pot on the stove, bring about 2 inches (5 cm) of water to a boil. Then, place the lobster tails in a steamer basket in the pot and cover the pot with a lid. Cook the lobster tails for 4-12 minutes, depending on the size of the lobster.

How long do you Grill a lobster tail?

Place lobster tails, meat side up, on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until meat is opaque.

How long do you steam thawed lobster tails?

Place a steamer basket over water. Place tails, cut-side up, in the basket. Cover and steam until meat is just opaque and very plump, 5 to 6 minutes; do not overcook or meat will begin to shrink and dry out.