Instant Pot Lobster Tail Recipe

July 09, 2023 Post a Comment

There’s nothing quite like a lobster tail cooked to perfection. This instant pot lobster tail recipe is super easy to make, and you can have delicious lobster tails in no time! All you need is some lobster tails, an instant pot or pressure cooker, and a few other ingredients.

Description

This instant pot lobster tail recipe is perfect for a special occasion or just a weeknight dinner. The lobster tails are cooked to perfection and are full of flavor. This recipe is easy to follow and the lobster tails will be cooked in no time!

Prep Time

This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and get ready to cook. This includes prepping the lobster tails and gathering all the ingredients.

Cook Time

Once everything is prepped and ready to go, this recipe will only take about 5 minutes to cook.

Ingredients

- 4 lobster tails
- 1 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Start by prepping the lobster tails. Take the lobster tails and cut them down the middle lengthwise. Remove the vein and discard it.

2. Add 1 cup of water to the instant pot or pressure cooker. Place the lobster tails on the trivet that comes with the instant pot.

3. Place the butter, garlic powder, parsley, and salt and pepper on top of the lobster tails.

4. Secure the lid and set the vent to sealing. Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.

5. When the cook time is done, do a quick release. Carefully remove the lobster tails and serve.

Equipment

- Instant pot or pressure cooker
- Knife
- Trivet

Notes

- Make sure the vent is set to sealing when pressure cooking.
- Be careful when doing a quick release to avoid getting burned by the steam.
- You can also add other seasonings to the lobster tails for extra flavor.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 210
Fat: 10g
Carbs: 1g
Protein: 25g

Recipe Tips

- Use fresh lobster tails for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don’t have an instant pot, you can also make this recipe in the oven.
- You can also add some lemon juice to the lobster tails for extra flavor.
- Serve the lobster tails with your favorite sides like roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a salad.