Steamed Lobster Tails

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A steamed lobster tail served with melted butter — your guests will love this! This simple recipe is so delicious and the best way to ensure perfect lobster every time!

By Allrecipes Member
Updated on January 9, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sea salt

  • 4 (6 ounce) lobster tails

  • ½ cup butter, melted

Directions

  1. Gather ingredients.

    Three lobster tails, salt, and melted butter in glass bowls

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  2. Pour about 1 inch of water into the bottom of a large stockpot and bring to a boil. Add salt and place a steamer insert inside the pot so that it is just above the water level. Place lobster tails on the steamer rack and cover the pot.

    Raw lobster tails on steaming rack

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  3. Steam lobster tails for 8 minutes. And don't peek!

    Freshly steamed lobster tails

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  4. Remove from the steamer and serve with melted butter.

    looking down at a plate of two steamed lobster tails garnished with lemon wedges

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

325 Calories
25g Fat
3g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 325
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 15g 74%
Cholesterol 138mg 46%
Sodium 1962mg 85%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 23g 45%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 61mg 5%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 184mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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