Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsRodney’s Oyster HouseLive Lobster Recipe

Live Lobster Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Boiled and cracked, potato wedges, lemon crown & clarified butter **can be gluten free**

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Lobster

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the live lobsters to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes until they turn bright red. Remove the lobsters and let them cool.

  2. 2

    Cook the Potatoes

    While the lobsters are cooking, wash and cut the potatoes into wedges. Boil them in salted water for about 15 minutes until tender but not falling apart. Drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Clarify the Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, allow it to simmer for a few minutes until the milk solids separate. Skim off the foam, and pour the clear butter into a bowl, discarding the solids.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Crack the lobster shells and serve them with the potato wedges, a wedge of lemon, and a bowl of clarified butter for dipping. Season with black pepper to taste.

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