Ingredients
2 live lobsters
enough Water to cover the lobsters
1/4 cup Salt
3 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
2 halved Lemons
4 smashed Garlic cloves
3 Bay leaves
Clarified butter or ghee for serving
Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1-1. Add the 2 live lobsters to the boiling water, placing them headfirst for humane cooking.
2-2. Cover the pot and let them boil for 8 to 12 minutes, based on their size smaller ones around 16 ounces might need less time.
3-3. Use tongs to remove the lobsters and place them on a tray to rest; this keeps the meat juicy.
4-4. For serving, have clarified butter or ghee and fresh lemon wedges on hand to enhance the natural flavors.
5-5. Finally, garnish with herbs if desired, and enjoy the meal while it’s hot for the best taste.
Last Step:
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🦀 Use a large pot with plenty of water to ensure even cooking.
⏲️ Time precisely based on lobster weight to avoid overcooking and rubbery meat.
🍋 Serve immediately with warmed clarified butter and fresh lemon for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Boiling: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg