The Essential Guide to the Lobster Tail
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Caribbean Lobster Tail Guide
Welcome to your comprehensive guide to Caribbean Lobster Tail! Discover everything from nutrition facts to cooking methods and serving suggestions.
ORIGIN: Caribbean Bahamas
SIZE: Medium 8-10 oz
USES: Boiling, grilling, baking
TASTE: Subtle sweet, ocean flavor
TEXTURE: Tender meat
CATCH METHOD: Trap - Wild-caught
AVAILABILITY: Year round
SHIPPED: Frozen
Storage Guidelines
- Post-Thaw Storage: 32°F to 40°F (0°C to 4°C)
- Consumption: Within 24 hours of thawing
- Important: Avoid water exposure to maintain quality
Cooking Instructions
- Thaw overnight in refrigerator or use quick-thaw method
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
- Cut shell and lift meat
- Season with butter, salt, pepper, and lemon
- Bake 10-12 minutes until 140°F (60°C) internal temperature
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 120-130 per 5oz tail
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 124mg per 3oz serving
- Nutrients: Rich in zinc, vitamin B12, copper, selenium
Fascinating Lobster Facts
- Once considered poor man's food in colonial America
- Continuously grow throughout their lives
- Can regrow lost limbs
- Live up to 50+ years
- Turn bright red when cooked
- Have blue blood due to copper-based hemocyanin
- Taste food with leg sensory hairs
- Show claw dominance (left or right)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you know when a lobster tail is done?
Meat should be opaque and white, shell bright red, and meat firm to touch.
Are lobster tails healthy?
Yes - low in fat, high in protein, rich in vitamins and minerals.
Serving Suggestions
Perfect Side Dishes:
- Garlic Butter Asparagus
- Baked Potatoes
- Rice Pilaf