Steamed Lobster Tails
serves 4

Steamed Lobster Tails

Lobster is something we have once in a while, so I like to make sure it's cooked just right. Steaming the lobster over wine and garlic gives it a nice delectable flavor. 

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4 lobster tails about 6 ounces each
4 tablespoons butter
2 cloves minced garlic

1 cup white wine
1/2 to 1 cup water
2 whole cloves peeled garlic

1. If the lobster tails are frozen thaw them in a bowl of cool water. Change the water every 10 minutes until thawed.
2. In a small saucepan melt butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook until garlic is tender. Do not brown the butter.
3. Slice lobster lengthwise down the middle of the soft shell and about a quarter of the way through the lobster flesh.
4. Using a spoon stuff some of the butter and garlic mixture into the sliced lobster flesh.
5. In a large saucepan big enough for the 4 lobster tails, pour wine and just enough water to cover the bottom of the pan about half-inch high.  Add the whole garlic cloves.
6. Put the steaming basket into the saucepan, making sure the liquid in the pan does not touch the holes of the steaming basket.
7. Turn the heat to medium-high, bring to a boil, place lobster in steamer basket, cover, and steam for about 5-7 minutes.
8. Remove to a serving platter and serve with the warmed garlic butter for dipping.

Calories 231, Fat 12.2g, Cholesterol 155mg, Sodium 498mg
Carbohydrates 2.6g, Sugars 0.5g, Protein 16.5g