{"id":90467,"date":"2025-02-02T04:04:19","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T04:04:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/02\/how-to-boil-lobster-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2025-02-02T04:04:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-02T04:04:19","slug":"how-to-boil-lobster-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/02\/how-to-boil-lobster-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Boil Lobster | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With <strong>a few basic steps<\/strong>, you\u2019ll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster <strong>in just 20 minutes<\/strong>! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a whole, cooked lobster on a plate with lemon wedges and a lobster cracker. \" class=\"wp-image-283901\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-reasons-you-ll-love-this-recipe\">Reasons You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quick and Easy<\/strong>: Boiling lobster is a <strong>fuss-free<\/strong> cooking method that requires minimal effort and ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tender and Juicy<\/strong>: The boiling process ensures the lobster meat stays moist and flavorful.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatile Serving Options<\/strong>: Perfect on its own with melted butter or as part of dishes like <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/lobster-roll\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">lobster rolls<\/a>, salads, or <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/lobster-pasta\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">pasta<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect for Special Occasions<\/strong>: A restaurant-quality dish that\u2019s a favorite for celebrations, romantic dinners, or whenever you want something that\u2019s sure to impress. I love serving boiled lobster for Valentine\u2019s Day dinner!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-whole-lobster\">Whole Lobster<\/h2>\n<p>I remember going to the grocery store as a kid and seeing the live lobsters swimming around in a tank with their claws closed with rubber bands. I never understood why the grocery store had lobsters as pets! Ha ha! I remember eating lobster for the first time and understanding! It was so delicious, and I was hooked! <\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed-to-boil-lobster\">Ingredients Needed to Boil Lobster<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-284232\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-284232\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IngredientsWithLabelsBoiledLobster-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-boil-lobster\">How to Boil Lobster<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been intimidated to make lobster, don\u2019t be! It\u2019s surprisingly easy and tastes just like something you\u2019d order from a fancy restaurant. It pairs well with a ton of sides, and I especially love it with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/garlic-butter-pasta\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">garlic butter pasta<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/million-dollar-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">mashed potatoes<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/smashed-brussels-sprouts\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">smashed Brussels sprouts<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Prep:<\/strong> Prepare the lobster<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>by cutting and removing the rubber bands from the claws.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boil the Lobster:<\/strong> Bring the water and salt to a rolling boil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Carefully place the prepared lobster into the boiling salt water and cook for about 5 minutes per pound of lobster. I had a 3-pound lobster, and it took 15 minutes!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Serve: <\/strong>Carefully remove the lobster from the water using tongs. Let it drain for a minute on a plate. Remove the meat from the lobster and dip in your favorite\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/garlic-butter-sauce\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">butter sauce<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-numbered\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"284245\" alt=\"Process shot of someone is cutting the rubber bands off the claws. \" class=\"wp-image-284245\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"284245\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Process shot of someone is cutting the rubber bands off the claws. \" class=\"wp-image-284245\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-10-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1041\" data-id=\"284246\" alt=\"Angle shot of someone placing the lobster in a boiling pot of water. \" class=\"wp-image-284246\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-1200x1041.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-500x434.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-400x347.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-150x130.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-1200x1041.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1041\" data-id=\"284246\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-1200x1041.jpg\" alt=\"Angle shot of someone placing the lobster in a boiling pot of water. \" class=\"wp-image-284246\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-1200x1041.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-500x434.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-400x347.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1-2-3-150x130.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"828\" data-id=\"284247\" alt=\"Close up shot of someone taking  it out of the water. \" class=\"wp-image-284247\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-1200x828.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-500x345.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-400x276.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-150x103.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-1200x828.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"828\" data-id=\"284247\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-1200x828.jpg\" alt=\"Close up shot of someone taking  it out of the water. \" class=\"wp-image-284247\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-1200x828.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-500x345.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-400x276.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-9-3-150x103.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-boiling-lobster\">Tips for Boiling Lobster<\/h3>\n<p>This lobster recipe could not be any easier! However, here are a few tips so it turns out perfect every time you make it.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Frozen Lobster:<\/strong> Whole lobster is easy to buy frozen! Simply thaw it in the fridge before boiling it. You can also use lobster tails for this recipe if you prefer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Butter Sauce: <\/strong>Try my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/garlic-butter-sauce\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Garlic Butter Sauce<\/a> recipe for dipping! You can season the flavor in the sauce to your liking. Try adding paprika or red pepper flakes for more flavor or spice!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight: <\/strong>It\u2019s best to know the weight of your lobster, so you don\u2019t over or undercook it. Remember to boil the lobster for 5 minutes per pound.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How do I know if my lobster is done?<\/strong> Cooked lobster should reach an internal temperature of at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a cooked lobster inside a pot. \" class=\"wp-image-283902\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a cooked lobster inside a pot. \" class=\"wp-image-283902\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storing-leftovers\">Storing Leftovers<\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t let any of that precious lobster meat go to waste! Here\u2019s how to store it so you can add the leftovers to eggs, pasta, or salads.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator: <\/strong>Make sure to remove the lobster meat from the shell before storing it. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Freezer: <\/strong>Boil and remove the lobster meat from the shell before freezing. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months, although I recommend enjoying your lobster meat fresh!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a lobster tail, meat from the claw and leg on a plate with a small bowl of melted butter. \" class=\"wp-image-283904\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of a lobster tail, meat from the claw and leg on a plate with a small bowl of melted butter. \" class=\"wp-image-283904\" title=\"Learn how to boil lobster and enjoy this simple and delicious seafood delicacy. With a few basic steps, you'll have perfectly cooked, tender lobster in just 20 minutes! Serve it with melted butter and your favorite sides.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-lobster-recipes\">More Lobster Recipes<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/boiled-lobster-1.jpg&amp;description=How to Boil Lobster\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"283550\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-283552\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"283552\" data-servings=\"2\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div role=\"button\" data-recipe=\"283552\" style=\"visibility: hidden;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-shop-instacart wprm-recipe-shop-instacart-dark\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"42\" height=\"52\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/integrations\/instacart.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/integrations\/instacart.svg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"42\" height=\"52\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/integrations\/instacart.svg\" alt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-boil-lobster\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"How to Boil Lobster\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/integrations\/instacart.svg\"\/><span>Get Recipe Ingredients<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-283552-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"283552\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-283552-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Prepare <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-283552-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 whole lobster, <\/span> by cutting and removing the rubber bands from the claws.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-283552-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-283552-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">8-10 cups water<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-283552-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">3 teaspoons salt<\/span> to a boil in a large pot on the stove over medium-high heat.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-283552-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Carefully place the prepared lobster into the boiling water and cook about 5 minutes per pound of lobster. My 3-pound lobster took 15 minutes!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-283552-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Carefully remove the lobster from the water and let it drain for a minute on a plate. Remove the meat from the lobster and dip in your favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/garlic-butter-sauce\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">butter sauce<\/a>!<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">40<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3669<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">64<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">57<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span 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