BOILED LOBSTER

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I learned this style of cooking from my mother-in-law. This recipe will work with crawfish or shrimp. You can add as many lobsters as you want, but cook no more than two at a time.

Provided by Venita Johnson

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Lobster

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 gallons water
2 large onions, quartered
10 cloves garlic, peeled and cut in half
2 lemons, quartered
2 oranges, quartered
5 stalks celery, quartered
4 tablespoons black pepper
4 tablespoons seasoned salt
6 fresh jalapeno peppers
2 fresh live lobsters

Steps:

  • Pour the water into a large pot and add the onions, garlic, lemons, oranges, celery, black pepper, seasoned salt and jalapeno peppers. Bring to a full rolling boil and boil for 20 minutes.
  • Add the lobsters and place a lid over the pot. Boil for 15 minutes (depending on the size of your lobsters). Remove the lobsters from the pot, and place in a colander under cool running water to stop the cooking. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.1 calories, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 382.7 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 18.5 g, Protein 117.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 7793.5 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

Crystal Stoddard
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover!


Margaret Barry
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lobster.


Love ly Rose
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I've tried other lobster recipes before, but this one is by far the best.


Aderinto Yaqub
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Surendra Mahato
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I made this recipe for a special occasion and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the lobster and the sauce.


NARAR Rocks
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The lobster is so tender and flavorful.


Noman King
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I'm so glad I did! The lobster was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Asmaa Aldaher
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Michiko Wall
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I love this recipe! The lobster is always cooked to perfection and the sauce is to die for.


Jayden ImYours
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This was my first time cooking lobster and it was so easy! The recipe was clear and concise, and the lobster turned out perfectly.


aridja masudi
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The lobster is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and rich.


Playclown Comedy
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The lobster was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.