Boiled Maine Lobster Recipe

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   To make a court-bouillon: Pour 1 gallon of water into a 16-qt stock pot over medium heat.

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   Tie the thyme, parsley and bay leaves together with kitchen string to make a bouquet garni.

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   Place the herb bundle in the stock pot and secure the end of the string to the pot handle for easy removal.

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   Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the water, then drop in the lemons.

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   Add in wine, peppercorns and sea salt.

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   Bring to a rolling boil.

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   Cut off the rubber bands which secure the lobster claws.

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   Place live lobsters in the freezer for 15 min to disable movement.

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   Plunge lobsters head first into the stock pot, cover, and boil for 15 min.

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    The lobster shells will be red and the tails will curl up when done.

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    Remove lobsters from boiling liquid with tongs.

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    In a small saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat.

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    Bring to a boil till the lowfat milk solids have separated and sunk to the bottom of the pan.

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    Ladle out the clarified butter and place in a hot c. till the lobster is done.

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    This recipe yields 4 servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.