Whole Lobster Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Boiling the Lobster

   Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring it to a rolling boil.

2. 2

   Cooking the Lobster

   Once the water is boiling, carefully add the live lobster, headfirst. Cover the pot and cook for 8-12 minutes, depending on the size of the lobster.

3. 3

   Preparing the Butter Sauce

   While the lobster is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   Serving

   Once cooked, remove the lobster from the pot and let it cool slightly. Serve with melted garlic butter, lemon wedges, and chopped parsley for garnish.