GRILLED LOBSTER AND POTATOES WITH BASIL VINAIGRETTE
Some of us prefer the taste of grilled lobster to boiled. The smokiness of the fire balances the richness of the meat while simultaneously intensifying its flavor.
Categories Salad Leafy Green Potato Shellfish Backyard BBQ Dinner Basil Seafood Lobster Summer Grill/Barbecue Gourmet Anniversary Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Plunge lobsters headfirst into a 12-quart pot of boiling salted water . Cook, covered, over high heat 4 minutes (for 1 1/4-lb lobster) to 5 minutes (for 1 1/2-lb lobster) from time they enter water. Transfer with tongs to a large colander to drain and cool. (Lobsters will not be fully cooked.) Return cooking water to a boil.
- Add potatoes to boiling water and simmer, uncovered, until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain in a colander.
- When lobsters are cool enough to handle, twist off claws (including knuckles) and crack with a meat mallet or rolling pin. Halve lobsters lengthwise using a large heavy knife. Reserve green tomalley and any orange roe from bodies for another use if desired.
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderately high heat for gas).
- While grill heats, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, red-pepper flakes, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended, then stir in basil.
- Halve potatoes. Oil grill rack, then grill potatoes, cut sides down, covered only if using a gas grill, turning over once, until grill marks appear, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette. Keep potatoes warm, covered.
- Oil grill rack, then grill 4 lobster halves, cut sides down, and all of claws, covered only if using a gas grill, until grill marks appear on meat, about 4 minutes. Turn over bodies and claws and grill in same manner 4 minutes more. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with 1/4 cup vinaigrette, then keep warm, covered. Grill remaining lobster halves in same manner and add to same bowl, tossing to coat.
- Arrange arugula on a large platter and top with grilled lobster and potatoes. Drizzle with 1/2 cup vinaigrette and serve remaining vinaigrette on the side.
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Asif Khaliq
a-khaliq74@gmail.comThis recipe looks delicious! I'll definitely be trying it soon.
Mll Fig
fig.mll29@aol.comI'm going to try making this recipe this weekend.
Shafqat Jhammat
jhammat.shafqat@gmail.comI'm not sure if I can find fresh lobster in my area.
Connor Hegarty
connor-h2@gmail.comI'm not a fan of seafood, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try.
Dishanth Siva
dishanth22@hotmail.comThis recipe is perfect for my next dinner party.
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premium_e37@yahoo.comI'm allergic to shellfish, so I'll have to find a substitute for the lobster.
Tebogo Olga
o@yahoo.comI'm not sure about the basil vinaigrette. I might try it with a different dressing.
Syed Gulzar Ahmed
a_s@gmail.comThis dish is definitely on my to-cook list.
Christopher Reed
c-reed26@yahoo.comI can't wait to try this recipe! It looks amazing.
Mary Vasquez
vasquez_mary@yahoo.comOverall, this is a good recipe, but it could be improved with a few tweaks.
MD Rasel Ali
r-md28@gmail.comI would have liked the recipe to include more detailed instructions on how to grill the lobster.
Stark Stark
stark_stark32@yahoo.comThe lobster was a bit overcooked, but the potatoes and vinaigrette were delicious.
Rohit Pasman
pasman_rohit17@yahoo.comI found the recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think there are easier ways to cook lobster.
Dinu Gabrile
gabriledinu100@yahoo.comThis recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
Akhere Usunobun
a_u@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of lobster, but I really enjoyed this dish. The basil vinaigrette was a game-changer.
VIRUS VILLAIN ON YOUTUBE
virusv@hotmail.frThis recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
syeda maryam
syeda-m@gmail.comI made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.
Joseph Moran
j@yahoo.comThe lobster was cooked perfectly and the potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The basil vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.
Farooqkhan786 Khan
khan.f@gmail.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. Just a few fresh ingredients and you have a delicious meal that's perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight dinner.
Madhi Wa Bobi
m@gmail.comThis lobster dish was an absolute delight! The basil vinaigrette added a refreshing and unique flavor that perfectly complemented the grilled lobster and potatoes. It's a must-try for seafood lovers.