Classic Lobster with Lemon and Chive Drawn Butter
Serves 2 to 4
Time 20 min
Lobster might seem daunting, but it is easy to prepare. Serve this delectable feast with baked or boiled potatoes, steamed green beans and a bottle of chilled Chardonnay.
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Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 lemon, juice of
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
- Ground white pepper
- 2 tablespoons fine sea salt
- 2 whole frozen lobsters, thawed according to package directions
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Method
In a small saucepan over very low heat melt the butter, then skim off all the foam.
Set aside for 1 to 2 minutes while the milk solids settle to the bottom.
Carefully ladle the clear drawn butter into a bowl and discard milk solids on bottom of pan.
Return clear butter to saucepan and stir in lemon juice, chives and a pinch or two of pepper.
Keep warm until ready to serve.
In a large pot over high heat, bring 6 quarts water and salt to a boil.
Add thawed lobsters, return to a boil and cook 8 minutes.
Remove with tongs and set on a cutting board to cool slightly.
Turn lobsters belly side up and cut each lobster in half with a sharp knife or cleaver.
Plate and serve with butter, lemon wedges and lobster cracking utensils.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 370 calories (280 from fat), 32g total fat, 20g saturated fat, 175mg cholesterol, 1090mg sodium, 2g carbohydrates (0g dietary fiber, 0g sugar), 19g protein.
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Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 lemon, juice of
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
- Ground white pepper
- 2 tablespoons fine sea salt
- 2 whole frozen lobsters, thawed according to package directions
- Lemon wedges for garnish