Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pick a pot that will accommodate your whole lobsters. Choose confidently with our What size pot for lobster? guide
- Fill a pot with 2 inches of water, and toss in some sea salt if you're using fresh water. You can also add seaweed for extra flavor.
- Cover your pot tightly and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Once your water is boiling, carefully drop your lobsters into the pot one at a time, headfirst with legs facing away from you. Cover it up tight to keep the steam in.
- Once the water returns to a steady boil, reduce the heat to a gentle, rolling boil. Now, start your timer.
- Steam by the lobster's weight using the chart above, starting the timer when the water returns to a boil. Don't add time just because you have more than one in the pot. Same sizes cook on the same clock. Pull at 135 to 140°F.
- When time is up, carefully remove the lobsters from the pot with tongs. They should be bright red. Check our complete doneness guide for temperature testing and visual cues to ensure they're perfectly cooked.
- While your lobsters are cooling off, get that butter melting. We love adding a good squeeze of fresh lemon to lobster.
Nutrition
Notes
Chef Tip: Give the antennae a sharp tug; if they come off easily, they're done. Don’t worry if your lobster is slightly undercooked. It’s easy to warm up in a little melted butter. We always recommend playing it safe by undercooking rather than overcooking.