Undercooking your lobster

Raw seafood has a certain appeal. But what about your lobster? You don't want it to be near raw. Unfortunately, undercooking is a common mistake made when preparing lobster. It's fairly simple, especially if you're new to cooking with this crustacean. According to Foodsafety.gov, it's critical to ensure that your seafood is opaque, which indicates that it's been thoroughly cooked. In the case of lobster, however, you won't know until it's out of its shell.

A one-pound lobster should take 12 minutes to cook. Then, for each additional pound, you'll add three minutes. You will begin counting the time when the water begins to boil. If you undercook your lobster, you'll get a strange gelatinous texture that's nothing like the juicy, plump lobster you're expecting. Furthermore, you run the risk of eating raw seafood. As a result, pay close attention to the cooking time to ensure your lobster is cooked to perfection.