09/03/2026
Ask The Lobsterboys: “How long do I actually cook my lobster?” 🦞⏱️
The #1 mistake people make with wild lobster is overcooking it. Rubber-like meat? That only happens when it stays in the heat too long.
The golden rule for steaming:
1¼ lb lobster: 10 minutes
1½ lb lobster: 12 minutes
2 lb lobster: 14 minutes
Pro tip: Your lobster is perfectly cooked when the shell turns bright red and an internal thermometer in the thickest part of the tail hits 140°F (60°C). Pull it immediately and let it rest!
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