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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Lobster
Preheat your broiler and prepare a baking sheet. Carefully split the lobsters in half lengthwise using a sharp knife. Remove the tomalley (green part) and any roe if present.
- 2
Season the Lobster
Place the lobster halves on the baking sheet, shell side down. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 3
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the melted butter and stir to combine.
- 4
Broil the Lobster
Brush the lobster meat generously with the melted butter mixture. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil for about 8-10 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and lightly browned.
- 5
Serve
Remove from the oven and drizzle additional lemon juice over the lobster. Serve immediately with the remaining melted butter on the side for dipping.
