Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsKnife and Fork InnWhole Lobster Recipe

Whole Lobster Recipe

Inspired by Knife and Fork Inn
Time30m
Serves2

2.25 lbs

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Ingredients

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Lobster

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Preparing the Water

    In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of sea salt to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Cooking the Lobster

    Once the water is boiling, carefully add the whole lobster to the pot. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 12-15 minutes for a 2.25 lbs lobster, or until the shell is bright red and the meat is opaque.

  3. 3

    Removing the Lobster

    Using tongs, carefully remove the lobster from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Let it cool for a few minutes.

  4. 4

    Serving

    Melt the butter in a small saucepan. Serve the lobster with melted butter, lemon wedges, and chopped parsley for garnish.

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