Baked Stuffed Lobster New England Style Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Stuffed Lobster New England Style

• Unsalted Butter
• 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
• Italian Parsley
• Shrimp
• Kosher Salt
• Black Pepper
• 2 (1 1/2 - 2 pound) live lobsters
• 1 cup crushed saltine crackers

How to Make Baked Stuffed Lobster New England Style

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Melt 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter in a 9-inch skillet over medium heat.
3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook for 5 minutes, until softened but not browned.
4. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.
5. If using 1/2 pound raw shrimp or scallops, add them with the herbs and cook for 1 minute. If using pre-cooked seafood, skip this step.
6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
7. If using 1 cup cooked lobster meat or crabmeat, add it now. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
8. Using a cleaver or chef's knife, split the lobsters lengthwise.
9. Remove and discard the head sac and intestine.
10. Remove the tomalley and roe (if present) and place in a small bowl. Break into small pieces using a fork. (Optional)
11. Gently crack the center of each claw on one side only, using the back of a knife.
12. Lightly season the lobster halves with salt and pepper.
13. Place the lobster halves on a large roasting pan or baking sheet, open side up.
14. If using, gently mix the tomalley and roe into the seafood mixture.
15. Gently fold in 1 cup crushed saltine crackers into the seafood mixture.
16. Divide the stuffing evenly between the 2 lobster halves. Do not pack tightly.
17. Brush 3 tablespoons melted butter over the exposed lobster meat, stuffing, and claws.
18. Bake for 17-24 minutes, depending on the size of the lobster (17 minutes for 1 1/2 pound lobster, 24 minutes for a 2-pound lobster), or until the lobster is cooked through and the stuffing is golden brown and crisp.