How do you cook LIve Maine lobster?

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1. How do you cook LIve Maine lobster?
2. How long do you cook LIve Maine lobster?
3. How long do you boil LIve Maine lobster?
4. How do you cook and eat LIve lobster?
5. What is the black stuff in a lobster tail?
6. How long should I cook lobster?

How do you cook LIve Maine lobster?

Bring water to a heavy boil. Using gloves or tongs, place the Maine lobsters into the pot, cover tightly. When the water returns to a heavy boil, turn the heat down to a rolling boil and start the timer. Steam lobsters for 9 minutes for the first pound, and add 4 minutes for each additional pound.

How long do you cook LIve Maine lobster?

Boil the lobster for 10 minutes for the first 1-lb of weight and then 3 more minutes for each extra pound. A 2-lb lobster will be done in 13 minutes, a 3-lb lobster in 16 minutes. Once cooked, drain the lobster immediately and serve hot with some melted butter on the side for dipping.

How long do you boil LIve Maine lobster?

Boiling Times for Lobsters

Lobster Size	Boiling Times
1-1/2 lb.	8-9 minutes
2 lb. lobster	10-12 minutes
3 lb. lobster	12-14 minutes
5-6 lb. lobster	18-20 minutes

How do you cook and eat LIve lobster?

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What is the black stuff in a lobster tail?

It is found at the base of the body and along the tail. The roe is black uncooked, but the color can vary depending on the lobster's diet. Lobster eggs were once considered a delicacy, like caviar.

How long should I cook lobster?

Boil lobsters for 10 to 20 min, depending on size: Note the time at which the water comes to a boil again. From that point, boil the lobsters for 10-20 minutes or longer, depending on the size of the lobster. 10-13 minutes for 1 lb lobster, 12-18 minutes for a 1 1/2 pound lobster, 18-23 minutes for a 2-3 pound lobster.