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Recipe Card of Steamed Lobster Tails

5 from 1 vote
Alicia Smith
Steamed lobster tails served with hot melted butter make for an exquisite and simple delicacy. This approach ensures a consistently delightful, juicy, and tender lobster treat.
Steamed Lobster Tails
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 325 kcal

Ingredients list
  

  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 4 (6 ounce) lobster tails
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
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Step-by-Step Instructions
 

  • Gather your ingredients to ensure everything is ready.
  • Pour about an inch of water into a large stockpot and bring to a boil. Add the salt and place a steaming insert above the water level. Arrange the lobster tails on the steamer rack and cover the pot.
  • Steam the lobster tails for about 8 minutes. Resist the temptation to peek!
  • Carefully remove lobster from steamer and serve them alongside the melted butter for dipping.

Notes

This dish, served with melted butter, is delightful and full of flavor. You may add lemon or your favorite herbs to the butter to enhance taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 23gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 1962mg
Keyword lobster, steamed lobster
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