Live Boston Lobster Recipe
Live lobster cooked to perfection with Cajun spices.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Cajun Spice Mix
For Cooking
Method
Preparation of Cajun Spice Mix
- 1
Make the Cajun Spice Mix
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Cooking the Lobster
- 2
Prepare the Pot
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of sea salt and stir until dissolved.
- 3
- 4
Check Doneness
The lobsters are done when they turn a bright red color and their shells are firm. The meat should be opaque and white when fully cooked.
- 5
Prepare for Serving
Carefully remove the lobsters from the pot using tongs and place them on a cutting board. Let them cool slightly before handling.
- 6
Apply Cajun Spice
Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Mix in the prepared Cajun spice mix into the melted butter. Brush the Cajun butter mixture generously over the lobster meat.
- 7
Serve
Cut the lobsters in half lengthwise for serving. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and serve immediately with additional melted butter on the side.
