How do you tell when broiled lobster is done?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you tell when broiled lobster is done?
2. Which side do you cut a lobster tail?
3. How long does it take to grill a lobster tail?
4. How do you grill a whole lobster?
5. How do I cook a whole lobster?

How do you tell when broiled lobster is done?

Place lobster tails on a baking sheet about two thirds down from heating element. Broil 7-10 minutes, or until meat is opaque and cooked through.

Which side do you cut a lobster tail?

Step 1. Pat thawed lobster tail dry. With kitchen scissors, starting at the open end of the tail, cut a lengthwise slit through the centre, top of the shell, stopping just before the tail fins. When you do this you'll also cut into the meat, which will butterfly it and cause it to sit better on the shell.

How long does it take to 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 do you grill a whole lobster?

Directions

1. Kill lobsters by plunging them headfirst into salted boiling water and cooking for 1 minute. Remove, and drain. ...
2. Place lobsters on a medium-hot grill. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally to avoid burning the shells.
3. Crack a claw to see if it is fully cooked (the meat should be opaque).

How do I cook a whole lobster?

Bring water to a rolling boil over high heat. Place lobsters in the pot (head first), cover tightly, return to a boil as quickly as possible and start counting the time. Steam a lobster for 7 minutes per pound, for the first pound. Add 3 minutes per pound for each additional pound thereafter.