Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTarbell'sButter Poached Maine Lobster Recipe

Butter Poached Maine Lobster Recipe

Inspired by Tarbell's
Time30m
Serves2

roasted beets puree, vegan tarragon emulsion, mâche

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Ingredients

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Lobster and Accompaniments

Method

Butter Poached Lobster

  1. 1

    Prepare the Lobster

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the lobster and let it cool slightly. Carefully extract the meat from the tails.

  2. 2

    Butter Poaching

    In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add the garlic cloves and lemon juice. Gently add the lobster meat, ensuring it is fully submerged. Poach for about 8-10 minutes, until the lobster is opaque and cooked through.

  3. 3

    Plating

    Serve the lobster on a bed of roasted beet puree and drizzle with vegan tarragon emulsion. Garnish with fresh mâche.

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