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For the lobster:
1
Add water to a pan with a steamer basket over high heat. Once boiling, season water with 1 tablespoon kosher salt.
2
Place steamer basket into the pan and place 3-ounce lobster tails into the basket. Cover with a lid and set a timer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 1 more minute, or until lobster reaches an internal temperature of about 140 degrees F.
3
Remove shells and cut lobster into 1-inch pieces. Add to a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
For the slaw:
1
In a large bowl, combine cabbage, red bell pepper, cilantro and green onion.
2
In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, lime juice, salt and pepper. Whisk together until smooth. Pour dressing over the slaw and toss to coat.
For the crema:
1
Whisk together sour cream, taco spice seasoning, lime juice and jalapeño brine (if using) until smooth.
To assemble tacos:
1
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet and fold in half to help them hold their shape.
2
Add tortillas to a serving platter and stuff with a generous scoop of slaw. Top with butter-soaked lobster and a drizzle of crema.
3
Garnish with additional toppings, including sliced avocado, pickled jalapeños, sliced onions and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Butter-Poach Your Lobster Tails 🧈Instead of boiling, gently poach lobster tails in melted butter with a pinch of salt for 8-10 minutes—this keeps the meat incredibly tender and flavorful while preventing the rubbery texture that boiling can cause.
- Make Crema Ahead & Balance Heat 🌶️Prepare your sour cream mixture 2-3 hours in advance so flavors meld, and always taste-test the spice blend strength before mixing to prevent overpowering the delicate lobster.
- Salt Your Slaw Early for Better Texture 🥬Toss cabbage and bell pepper with kosher salt 10-15 minutes before serving—this gently softens the vegetables while maintaining their crunch, allowing them to better absorb the lime and jalapeño brine flavors.
- Warm Tortillas in Butter for Premium Flavor 🔥Heat tortillas in a skillet with a light butter coating rather than steaming them—this adds subtle richness that complements the lobster and prevents sogginess from sour cream.
- Extract Maximum Juice from Limes 🍋Roll limes firmly on the counter under your palm before cutting and squeezing to break down internal membranes, yielding 30-40% more juice for your crema and slaw dressing.
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Low Sugar
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