Lobster Comparison Boiled vs Grilled - What's The Best Way To Cook a Lobster?

live lobster

💰Cheaper: crab

Crab is often less expensive and more readily available.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

Chicken broth can add flavor without alcohol.

Fill a large pot with water and add sea salt until it tastes like the ocean.

Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.

Carefully add the live lobsters to the boiling water, headfirst.

Cover the pot and cook for 8-12 minutes until the lobsters turn bright red.

Remove the lobsters from the pot using tongs and place them in a colander to drain.

Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

Add minced garlic and herbs to the melted butter, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Serve the lobsters hot with melted garlic butter and lemon wedges.

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