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Steamed Lobster with Charmoula Butter

published: April 9th 2009
source: Lesa Jackson

Ingredients:
2 (2-pound) live lobsters
6 tablespoons butter
1 small clove garlic, pressed
2 ½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon hot smoked Spanish paprika

Preparation:

Add enough water to very large pot to reach depth of 2 inches. Cover; bring to a boil. Add lobsters head first, cover, and steam until shells are pink and lobsters are cooked through, about 12 minutes.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients. Season to taste with salt. Divide between two bowls. Serve lobsters with the charmoula butter.