Steamed Lobster Recipe

Name: Steamed Lobster
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 live lobsters (1 1/2 pounds each); 2 lemons, halved, plus more for serving; 1 tablespoon sea salt; Lemon-Caper Mayonnaise, recipe follows; 3 cups mayonnaise; 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 2 lemons, juiced; 3 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped; 2 handfuls chopped flat-leaf parsley; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 live lobsters (1 1/2 pounds each)
2 lemons, halved, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon sea salt
Lemon-Caper Mayonnaise, recipe follows
3 cups mayonnaise
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 lemons, juiced
3 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped
2 handfuls chopped flat-leaf parsley
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Fill a large steamer or soup pot, with about 2 inches of water, add the salt and squeeze in the lemon juice; toss the halves in there too for extra flavor.
2
Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3
Place the lobsters in the steamer basket or directly in the pot, cover, and allow to steam until they turn bright red, about 15 minutes.
4
Remove the lobsters from the pot and cool to room temperature, and then chill thoroughly before cracking open.
5
Serve with lemon wedges and Lemon-Caper Mayonnaise as part of a raw shellfish bar.
6
Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend with a wooden spoon to combine.
7
Set aside to allow the flavors to marry.
8
Serve as a dipping sauce with steamed lobster and poached shrimp.

1420

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 live lobsters (1 1/2 pounds each), 2 lemons, halved, plus more for serving, 1 tablespoon sea salt, Lemon-Caper Mayonnaise, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Steamed Lobster falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Steamed Lobster

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