how long do you boil lobster tail
Boil Lobster. 1  1. Place the lobster tails in the water or court bouillon. 2  2. Turn the burner down to medium or medium high to maintain a simmer, rather than a boil. 3  3. Boil the lobster 1 minute for each oz. (28g). 4  4. Poke at the lobster meat with a fork. If it feels tender and the shell is brighter, they are done.