Lobster & crab6 min read
How to Tell When Lobster Tails Are Done
How to tell when lobster tails are done: 145°F inside, opaque white meat, a tight curl under the shell and a firm, springy bite. How to check without guessing.
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How to tell lobster and crab are done, how long they keep, and what's really on the plate.
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