Steamed Lobster with Charmoula Butter
Succulent steamed lobsters served with a flavorful North African-inspired charmoula butter sauce featuring fresh cilantro, cumin, and smoked paprika. This elegant dish combines classic seafood preparation with aromatic Mediterranean flavors.
2 servings
17 min
Ingredients
- •2 whole live lobsters
- •6 tablespoons butter
- •1 clove garlic
- •2½ tablespoons fresh cilantro
- •1½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- •½ teaspoon ground cumin
- •¼ teaspoon hot smoked Spanish paprika
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Add enough water to very large pot to reach depth of 2 inches. Cover; bring to boil. Add lobsters head first, cover, and steam until shells are pink and lobsters are cooked through, about 12 minutes.
12 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, melt butter in small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients. Season to taste with salt. Divide between 2 small bowls. Serve lobsters with charmoula butter.
5 min
