How to Cook Lobster for Two

Cooking lobster for two can be a special and memorable experience, whether it's for a romantic dinner or a celebration with a friend. This step-by-step guide will help you cook lobster for two, ensuring that you have a delicious and enjoyable meal.

Ingredients:

- 2 live Maine lobsters (1-1.5 pounds each)

- Cold water

- Salt

- 2 tablespoons butter

- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

- Lemon wedges

Equipment:

- Large pot with a lid

- Lobster crackers or kitchen shears

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lobster:

- Fill a large pot with cold water and bring it to a boil over high heat.

- Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.

2. Cook the Lobster:

- Using a spider or tongs, carefully place one lobster into the boiling water headfirst.

- Let it cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the lobster is bright red.

- Repeat this process with the second lobster.

3. Remove the Lobster from the Water:

- Using the spider or tongs, carefully remove the lobster from the water and place it on a large plate or cutting board.

- Allow the lobster to cool slightly before proceeding to the next step.

4. Serve:

- Crack the lobster's claws and legs using lobster crackers or kitchen shears.

- Place a lobster on each person's plate, alongside lemon wedges.

- Melt the butter in a small saucepan and drizzle some over each lobster.

- Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

- Use the lemon wedges to squeeze fresh lemon juice over the lobster meat before eating.

Tips:

- When shopping for lobsters, choose ones that are lively and have a dark blue color.

- To check if the lobster is fully cooked, insert a sharp knife into the underside of the carapace (shell). If it goes in smoothly and comes out clean, the lobster is done.

- If you prefer, you can serve the lobster with additional sides such as drawn butter, garlic butter, or a side salad.

- Cooking lobster for two is a great way to share a delicious and special meal with someone you care about. Enjoy!