boiled maine lobster

How To Make boiled maine lobster

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  Fill a large stock pot full of water and add salt or a piece of seaweed. Bring the water to a boil and then TURN OFF the heat.
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  Place the live lobsters into the pot, keeping your hand well away from the claws. Lower them in claws first.
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  Bring the water slowly back to a boil and cook the lobsters for about 15 minutes or until they turn bright red.
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  Remove them from the water and drain briefly on paper towel. Place on a plate and garnish the plate with lemon wedges. Serve with individual dishes of melted butter for dipping. The lemons can be squeezed into your melted butter, if desired.
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  NOTES: TIME--allow about 20 minutes for the water to boil, and 15 minutes for cooking the lobster. PREPARATION: This method of cooking puts the lobster gently to sleep and makes the lobster flesh much more tender. Claws can be partially cracked before serving, if desired.
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