the Breville Test Kitchen

The HydroPro™ Plus
+1 more appliance
1 hr total time
5 mins active time
Easy
Serves from 1
Measurements:
shelled (at least 4¼ oz)
as needed for searing
Attach the HydroPro Plus to the side of a pot or large vessel (max 12 gallons). Fill with warm tap water halfway between the minimum and maximum lines.
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.
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.
Once the water reaches temperature, carefully lower the sealed bag into the water bath, ensuring it is fully submerged.
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.
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.
Transfer the lobster tail(s) to a serving plate and drizzle with herb oil if desired.