Herb-Infused Boiled Lobster

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.8

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Ingredients

2 servings

2 whole live lobsters (1 ¼ to 1 ½ lb each)
4 quarts water
2 tbsp sea salt
3 bay leaves
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 lemon, halved

For the dipping oil

3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 small clove garlic, minced
¼ tsp sea salt

For serving

1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the water, sea salt, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, and halved lemon in a large stockpot (at least 12-quart). Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat.
2
While the water comes to a boil, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, garlic, and sea salt in a small bowl. Set aside.

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