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Unlock the Secret to Perfectly Cooked Lobster Claws

When it comes to cooking lobster, most people shy away from the challenge. But what if we told you there’s a simple method to achieve tender, flavorful claws with a crispy bite? Inspired by the art of salt-roasting prawns, we’ve developed a technique that requires minimal prep time and yields impressive results.

The Magic of Salt Roasting

By roasting lobster claws in hot salt, you’ll achieve a perfectly seasoned dish with a satisfying crunch. The key is to heat the salt to the right temperature, which allows the lobster to cook evenly and absorb the flavors.

Gather Your Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need:

• 1.25-1.5 pound lobster, as lively as possible
• 8-16 pounds rock salt, depending on the size of your roasting vessel
• Inexpensive oven-safe vessels (large and small)
• Optional: woody herbs like rosemary or thyme, whole peppercorns, and a lemon wedge

Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 525-550 degrees. Combine herbs and peppercorns with salt, if desired. Divide the salt between the two vessels, pouring 80% into the smaller one and the remaining 20% into the larger one. Place both vessels in the oven for 45 minutes, or until the salt reaches 400-450 degrees.

Prepare the Lobster

Twist the tail and claws off the lobster, taking care to brush away any tamale from the anterior portion of the tail section. Reserve the eggs and tail for another recipe, and set aside the thorax and head section for future use.

The Roasting Process

Cautiously remove the vessels from the oven and place the claws on top of the heated salt in the larger vessel. Pour the heated salt from the smaller vessel into the larger one, burying the claws completely. Return the vessel to the oven and bake at 525 degrees for 20 minutes.

Reveal the Masterpiece

Remove the vessel from the oven and carefully spoon the heated salt into the smaller vessel to reveal the perfectly cooked claws. Remove the claws with tongs and place them on a rack or plate to cool for 2 minutes. Finally, nestle the claws on a bed of rock salt, garnishing with herbs and a lemon wedge, if desired.

Yield and Difficulty

This recipe yields 2 lobster claws and has a medium level of difficulty. The total cooking time is 80 minutes, with 10 minutes of active cooking at the beginning and end.

With this simple yet impressive technique, you’ll be the star of any dinner party. So go ahead, give it a try, and indulge in the rich flavors of perfectly cooked lobster claws!