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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Lobster
Rinse the lobsters under cold water and use a brush to scrub the shells. Ensure that there are no debris or sand stuck to the shells.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic Butter
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic (4 cloves) and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Chop the Parsley
Finely chop the parsley and set aside for garnish.
- 4
Prepare Lemon
Cut the lemon in half; one half for squeezing over the lobster later, and the other half for plating.
Cooking
- 5
Boil the Lobster
Fill a large pot with water, add salt (1 tsp), and bring to a rolling boil. Carefully add the lobsters to the pot and cover. Boil for about 8-10 minutes until the lobsters turn bright red.
- 6
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, remove the lobsters from the pot and place them in a colander to drain. Allow them to cool slightly before handling.
- 7
Split the Lobster
Using a sharp knife, carefully split the lobsters in half lengthwise. Remove any unwanted parts such as the stomach and gills.
- 8
Baste with Garlic Butter
Using a brush or spoon, generously baste the lobster meat with the prepared garlic butter. Sprinkle with black pepper (1 tsp) and optional paprika or chili flakes if desired.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Lobster
Place the lobster halves on a serving platter. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with chopped parsley.
- 10
