Essential Lobster Tail

Instructions

• 1

  Attach the HydroPro to the side of a pot or large vessel (max 45 liters). Fill with warm tap water halfway between the minimum and maximum lines.

• 2

  Place the lobster tail(s) in a microwave-safe, zipper-lock freezer bag with the longest edge running along the base of the bag. Sprinkle with salt and add the oil. If cooking 2 tails, place flat, in the bag side by side. If cooking more, use multiple bags.

  Tip: To prevent the lobster tails curling when searing, insert a skewer lengthwise through the core, before bagging.
• 3

  To customise the cook: Select Sous Vide Toolbox from the main menu. Select Shellfish, then select Whole Shrimp/Prawns. Enter the thickness, select Fresh or Frozen, then select your preferred doneness. Press Time to Reach core temperature, then press Start preheating.

  Tip: For further customisation, press Manual on the Final core temperature screen. Enter your preferred temperature, press Next, then press Time to Reach core temperature. Press Start preheating.
• 4

  Once the water reaches temperature, carefully lower the sealed bag into the water bath, ensuring it is fully submerged.

• 5

  When the timer signals that the lobster is done, heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-based frying pan over high heat. Carefully remove the bag from the water. Place the lobster tail(s) on a paper towel lined cooling rack set over a tray and pat dry. 

• 6

  Only when the pan starts to smoke (this will prevent overcooking and sticking), add 1 tablespoon of oil and sear the lobster tail(s) for 30 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Repeat as necessary to cook all lobster tails.

  Tip: For extra flavor and color, you can add a knob of butter and baste the lobster tails while searing.
• 7

  Transfer the lobster tail(s) to a serving plate and drizzle with herb oil if desired.