Steamed Whole Lobsters
Should lobsters be steamed, boiled, microwaved, or roasted? Are hard-shells better than soft-shells? Are older, larger lobsters better? Here's what works.
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Before You Begin
While we prefer hard-shell lobsters to soft-shell lobsters, soft-shell lobsters are more available in the summer (late spring and early summer is the best time to find hard-shell lobsters). However, because hard-shell lobsters are more packed with meat than soft-shell ones, you may want to buy one-and-one-half- to one-and-three-quarter-pounders (for each person) if serving soft-shells. See "How to Determine Whether a Lobster is Hard or Soft Shell" below.)
Instructions
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Bring about 1 inch water to boil over high heat in large pot set up with wire rack. Add lobsters, cover, and return to boil. Reduce heat to medium-high; steam until tails register 140 degrees, 8 to 14 minutes. Serve with melted butter, if using, and lemon wedges.
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