Steamed Maine Lobster
Indulge in the essence of New England coastal cuisine with this classic Steamed Maine Lobster recipe. This simple yet luxurious preparation highlights the naturally sweet and tender meat of fresh live Maine lobsters, cooked to perfection in a steamy pot seasoned lightly with salt to echo the flavor of the sea. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for an elegant dinner at home or a celebratory seafood feast. The lobsters' vibrant red shells and succulent meat pair beautifully with rich, melted butter and refreshing lemon wedges for dipping. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or a first-time lobster cook, this straightforward steaming technique ensures restaurant-quality results every time. Perfect for two, this dish transforms any occasion into a coastal getaway with its fresh, briny flavors and minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Live Maine lobster
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Salt (optional)
- 0.5 cups Melted butter
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water. Add 2 tablespoons of salt, if desired, to mimic seawater flavor.
Place a steaming rack or insert into the pot, ensuring it sits above the water level.
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Carefully place the live Maine lobsters onto the steaming rack, shell-side up. Be cautious when handling live lobsters; use gloves if necessary.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid to trap the steam.
Steam the lobsters for 10-12 minutes for 1-pound lobsters, adding an additional 2-3 minutes for each extra pound. The lobsters are done when their shells turn bright red and the meat inside is opaque.
Using tongs, carefully remove the lobsters from the pot and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the lobsters with melted butter and lemon wedges on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.6 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.2 g | 311% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1241 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 19002 mg | 826% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 225.2 g | 450% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1395 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 3179 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
