Whole Maine Lobster Recipe

Inspired by Smack Shack

Time30m

Serves1

Market Price per lb. Lobsters start at 1.5 lbs. All boil sides included

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Lobster
Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water and add 1 cup of sea salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil.
2
Add the Lobster
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the live lobster to the pot. Cover the pot with a lid.
3
Cook Time
Boil the lobster for about 12-15 minutes, or until the shell turns bright red and the lobster is cooked through.
4
Prepare the Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Mix in chopped parsley.
5
Serve
Remove the lobster from the pot and let it drain. Serve with melted garlic butter sauce and a wedge of lemon.