Gut Friendly Herb-Infused Boiled Lobster
Lobster feels like a splurge, but when it's prepared this simply and cleanly, it becomes one of the most gut-friendly proteins you can put on the table. The boiling liquid is infused with bay leaves, fresh thyme, and halved lemon, which means the meat absorbs gentle, aromatic flavor without any heavy sauces, cream, or processed additives that can irritate a sensitive digestive system. The dipping oil is equally straightforward — extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, parsley, and a small clove of garlic whisked together into something bright and satisfying. Olive oil is well-regarded for supporting gut health, and keeping the ingredient list this short means you know exactly what you're eating. Cooking to an internal temperature of 145°F ensures the lobster is perfectly safe and the tail meat is tender and opaque all the way through. It's an impressive, restaurant-worthy plate that happens to be as gentle on your gut as it is gorgeous on the table.
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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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