Whole lobsters are boiled with lemon and onion, and served cold with a delicious brandy dipping sauce.
INGREDIENTS (for 4 servings):
- 1/2 gallon water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 3 bay leaves
- 6 whole black peppercorns
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 2 whole lobsters
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- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brandy
PREPARATION:
Fill a large pot with water, and mix in the onion, lemon, bay leaves, peppercorns, and salt. Bring to a boil. Place the lobsters in the boiling water, and cook until bright red, about 12 minutes for 1 pound, and about 5 more minutes for each additional pound.
Remove the cooked lobsters from the pot, and rinse under cold water. Chill in the refrigerator, and serve cold.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, and brandy. Serve as a dipping sauce with the lobster.