Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsBenjamin'sChilled Lobster Recipe

Chilled Lobster Recipe

Inspired by Benjamin's
Time40m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Chilled Lobster Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Lobster

    Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add sea salt to the boiling water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Lobster

    Carefully add the lobsters to the pot. Cover and boil for about 8-10 minutes, until the lobsters are bright red and cooked through.

  3. 3

    Cool the Lobster

    Remove the lobsters from the pot and transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for at least 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Butter Sauce

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Once cooled, crack the lobster shells and remove the meat. Serve chilled with lemon wedges, garlic butter sauce, chopped chives, and black pepper to taste.

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