1 Single Lobster Recipe
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Ingredients
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Lobster
Cooking Liquid
Butter Sauce (optional)
Method
Preparing the Lobster
- 1
Prepare the Cooking Liquid
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of sea salt to enhance the flavor of the lobster.
- 2
Add the Lobster
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the live lobster headfirst into the pot. This method is said to be the most humane way to cook lobsters.
- 3
Boil the Lobster
Cover the pot with a lid and allow the lobster to boil for about 8-10 minutes. The lobster is done when its shell turns bright red and the meat is opaque.
Making the Butter Sauce (optional)
- 4
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
- 5
Add Garlic and Parsley
Once the butter is melted, add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
