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South African Cold Water Lobster Tails

South African Cold Water Lobster Tails
Price range: $28.95 through $89.95
Catch Details & Preparation

South African lobster tails are highly prized for their unparalleled, rich, sweetness and firm steak-like texture sourced from icy nutrient dense waters this cold water delicacy delivers a clean oceanic flavor that remains exceptionally succulent and never mushy when cooked

The 14 to 16 ounce South African lobster tails are incredibly hard to find. While 4 to 10 ounce tails are the industry standard, colossal 1-pound tails are highly restricted by quotas and are mostly reserved for high-end steakhouses. Reaching this size takes years, and strict sustainable fishing limits cap the harvest to prevent overfishing. They are widely considered the most premium, sweet-tasting lobster tail in the world. These prized lobster tails are being offered exclusively to the residents of The Villages for a limited time priced at only $75 each. Quantities are extremely limited.

Lobster Tail Preparation

1) Thaw the lobster tails

  • Overnight in the refrigerator
  • Or place them in a bowl of cold water for faster thawing

2) Cut the shell

  • Cut the shell down the middle from the wide end to the tail fin.
  • Do not cut into the meat.

3) Open the shell

  • Gently spread the shell apart, exposing the meat.
  • Lift the meat out of the shell, keeping it attached at the tail end.
  • Lay it on top of the shell.

Cooking the Lobster Tail

Baking

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Place prepared lobster tail on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 12–15 minutes or until the meat is opaque in color.
  • Internal temperature should reach 140°F.

Grilling

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Place the lobster tails meat side down for 5–6 minutes.
  • Flip them over, baste with butter, and grill for another 4–5 minutes until fully cooked.
South African Cold Water Lobster Tails prepared
Nutrition Facts
1 tail (113g / 4 oz) per serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories
98
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.8g 1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 125mg 42%
Sodium 420mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 21g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 45mg 4%
Iron 0.4mg 2%
Potassium 285mg 6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.