Butter-Poached Lobster

Prep Time

2 mins

Cook Time

4-5 mins

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Steam lobster in the microwave just like David Chang does for fine-dining quality results. Adjust the power level and you get tender, sweet lobster that's perfect for salads or upgrading your mac and cheese. Make a fancy meal with zero fuss, all using your microwave.

All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwave and home kitchens to make sure they work— and work well. Unless specified otherwise, all recipes should be cooked at full power.

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The Medium Shallow Dish

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‏‏‎ ‎Serving Size

1-2

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‏‏‎ ‎Wattage

700w

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Dish

The Medium Shallow Dish

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 sprig of thyme
2 lobster tails (thawed if frozen), 4-6 oz each
¼ teaspoon salt
Lemon juice, to taste
Chopped parsley or chives, for garnish

Preparation

Add butter, olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and the lobster tails to the Anyday and stir to combine. Cover with lid (knob lifted).
Cook in the microwave at Power Level 6tooltip for 4-5 minutes, or until the lobster shells turn deep red and the butter is fully melted and hot. The meat should look white, and opaque. Make sure not to overcook it!
When the lobster is finished cooking, allow to cool slightly. Crack the shells with a shell cracker, then spoon some of the juices over the meat and season to taste with fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, or your favorite toppings.

Serving suggestions & tips

Add Worcestershire sauce when cooking the lobster for deeper flavor.
For an easy lobster roll, serve cooked lobster pieces inside a warm buttered bun.

Recipe notes

We used raw lobster tails, but you can use frozen as well. If using frozen add 1-3 more minutes while cooking.
Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.