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Just the Lobsters

This Lobster Gram package is the classic way to enjoy your favorite crustaceans from Maine. Choose the size and number of live Maine lobsters you’ll need to serve 2 to 10 people.
Price $175.99
20% OFF ORDERS $225+
SKU: JTL2H
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Description Preparation Our Lobster
Description
Since 1987, we've delivered the freshest grade-A Maine lobsters fresh from the dock right to your door. Our Just the Lobsters package is the purist’s way to enjoy your favorite crustaceans from the East Coast like the locals do, no matter how far you live from the shore. We include the simple accompaniments: lemon and butter, along with a helpful cooking manual, to make your ultimate lobster feast a snap. Tantalize your tastebuds with the sweet, succulent lobsters that make Maine famous.
  • 100% wild-caught live hard-shell Maine lobsters
  • Unsalted butter (adjusted to the number of lobsters ordered)
  • Fresh whole lemon
  • Shipped via overnight air
  • Guaranteed to arrive alive
Preparation
Live Lobster Preparation: Boiling
We`ve taken the time to speak with hundreds of lobstermen and chefs, all of whom agree that boiling is the easiest, and often the best, method for preparing live lobster. Let us walk you through your experience with step-by-step instructions for optimal, and delicious results.

DIRECTIONS:
  • Keeping the lobsters in the provided cooler, fill the appropriately-sized pot (see below) with enough water to cover the lobsters and cooler.
  • Place the water-filled pot atop the stove and bring to a strong boil. Adding salt to accelerate boiling is not recommended: it may result in an over-boiled lobster.
  • Firmly grasp the lobsters behind their arms and carefully plunge them head-first into the boiling water. Some people prefer to cut off the rubber bands, making the case that the rubber affects the taste, but this is optional. If you decide to remove them, be careful, those claws can hurt!
  • Cover the pot with a lid. You may hear a whistling sound as the air begins to escape from the shells. Be mindful of splashing water and any over-boil.
  • When the water returns to a full boil, set a timer for the appropriate cooking time (see below). Continue cooking uncovered and reduce heat as necessary to maintain a soft boil.
  • While the lobster cooks, prepare lemon/butter sauce. Simply melt butter over very low heat and, if you`d like, add lemon sliced in quarters. Make sure you try some lobster without any butter or lemon first, though!
  • As your cooking timer expires, your lobsters should be deep red to pink in color. Be sure to wear rubber kitchen gloves or appropriate protection when handling to prevent burns.
  • Carefully remove your lobsters from the pot with tongs or other utensils, and place them on a plate. Let them sit for a few minutes so that the juices can soak into the meat.
  • Go to our How-to Cooking Videos page to see this process for yourself or for more cooking options, visit our online Cooking Guide!
    • Live Lobster Pot Size Guide & Cooking Time
    Our Lobster

    We source all our lobsters from the icy cold waters of the North Atlantic. Our dedication to sustainability dates back to when Lobster Gram opened our doors in 1987 as the first to deliver live Maine lobsters directly to home cooks.

    All our processes, and the partners who help carry them out, adhere to the Lobster Conservation Code of Conduct. Important sustainability practices safeguard the rich resources found in the region, which allows the industry to prosper generation after generation.

    Getting live lobsters to your door is a straightforward process, but a delicate and timely one that demands expertise and the right facilities. Our corporate headquarters has a 3,000-gallon live lobster tank in a specialized seafood section to keep them cold and healthy. The location near the Chicago O'Hare airport makes it easy to transport live lobsters from the East Coast docks to homes across the nation. Our goal is to bring the flavors of fresh Maine lobster to everyone who craves that seashore experience.