Mediterranean Diet Friendly Herb-Infused Boiled Lobster
Lobster feels like a splurge, but this preparation keeps things beautifully simple — and squarely in line with the kind of whole-food, coastal cooking that defines Mediterranean eating at its best. The lobsters are boiled in a fragrant bath of sea salt, bay leaves, fresh thyme, and lemon, which perfumes the meat without masking its natural sweetness. Instead of drawn butter, the dipping sauce is a bright, garlicky olive oil with lemon juice, zest, and fresh parsley — exactly the kind of clean, vibrant finish that makes this style of cooking so satisfying. Extra-virgin olive oil does the heavy lifting here, delivering richness and depth without any heaviness. The technique is straightforward: bring the pot to a full rolling boil, cook to an internal temperature of 145°F, and let the ingredients do the rest. It's an impressive centerpiece that comes together with minimal fuss and zero processed ingredients, which is the whole point.
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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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