How Long To Cook Lobster Tails On The Bbq
I am using 6 8 oz.
How long to cook lobster tails on the bbq. Grill flesh side down until lightly charred. Place lobster tails meat side up on grill rack. The rule of thumb is to boil them for about 45 seconds per ounce.
Cook for 10 to 12 minutes turning once and basting frequently with marinade. Just like shrimp lobster will continue to cook in its shell after you remove it from the water so be sure to pluck them out of the water before they overcook. Place tails flesh side down on preheated barbecue.
Remove the lobster tail from the grill and let cool for a few minutes. Figure another 4 5 minutes after you flip the tail. Split lobster tails lengthwise with a large knife and brush flesh side of tail with marinade.
The tails should reach 140 f 60 c once they ve finished cooking. Large tails can take 6 minutes or more. A thawed lobster tail will take about 8 minutes to grill.
Grill covered over medium heat for 10 12 minutes or until meat is opaque. Grill the tails for 4 minutes or until they reach 140 f 60 c. Brush all over with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Basting lobster tails with herbs and butter. Lightly oil the bbq hotplate. Insert a skewer lengthwise through the lobster to keep lobster from curling up when cooked.