Lobster Dinner Recipe
1lb-1.25lb whole lobster served w/ coleslaw, lemon, drawn butter, and garlic bread
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Ingredients
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Lobster
Coleslaw
Drawn Butter
Garlic Bread
Lemon
Method
Cooking the Lobster
- 1
Boiling the Lobster
Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the lobster and bring to a rolling boil. Add salt (about 2 tablespoons per gallon of water) to the boiling water.
- 2
Cooking Time
Carefully add the whole lobster to the boiling water. Cover the pot and cook for about 10-12 minutes per pound, until the lobster is bright red and the meat is opaque.
- 3
Preparing the Coleslaw
- 4
Mixing the Vegetables
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrot.
- 5
Making the Dressing
In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 6
Combining Everything
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss until everything is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Making the Drawn Butter
- 7
Melting the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and keep warm until ready to serve.
Preparing the Garlic Bread
- 8
Preparing the Butter Mixture
In a bowl, mix the softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley until well combined.
- 9
- 10
Toasting
Place the garlic bread on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
