Classic Boiled Lobster with Citrus-Spice Broth
Classic Boiled Lobster with Citrus-Spice Broth features tender, sweet lobster meat infused with a bright blend of lemon and orange, rounded by onions, garlic, and celery. A sprinkle of black pepper and seasoned salt adds depth, while fresh jalapeños bring a gentle heat. Ideal for a special dinner, summer gathering, or celebratory seafood spread.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Fill a large pot with water and add the onions, garlic, lemons, oranges, celery, black pepper, seasoned salt, and jalapeño peppers. Bring to a rolling boil and continue boiling for 20 minutes.
- 2
Add the lobsters and cover the pot with a lid. Boil until the shells turn bright red and the meat is opaque, about 15 minutes (depending on the size of your lobsters).
- 3
Take the lobsters out of the pot and set them in a colander under cool running water to stop the cooking.
- Calories 1983.66 kcal High
- Protein 148.35 g Good Source
- Carbs 328.68 g Moderate
- Total Fat 10.89 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 1117.38 mg High
- Sodium 4294.64 mg High
- Fiber 23.82 g Good Source
- Sugar 267.44 g High
- Added Sugar 238.17 g High
- Calcium 1135.75 mg Good Source
- Iron 5.44 mg Good Source
- Potassium 3028.91 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 59.88 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 183.05 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Celery
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅