How To Make Drawn Butter For Lobster

Melt unsalted butter over low heat.

How to make drawn butter for lobster. How to make drawn butter in a small saucepan heat olive oil to medium heat. Directions place the butter in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium high heat. The milk solids will come to the top of the butter and. Step 1 melt the butter in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water 5 to 7 minutes.

Youll lose about of the butters. Boil for 1 minute. A heavy aluminum pan is ideal but. Do not use salted butter as the salt will become extra concentrated during clarification.

Gripping the lobster behind the claws quickly plunge them into the boiling water. Fill an 8 quart pot 23 full with water and add salt. If necessary strain the drawn butter to remove any pesky lingering solids squeeze the juice of 2 lemons into the drawn butter and stir in the parsley and basil. Allow the butter to solidify overnight.

Bring to a rolling boil. Add the white wine and cook for 1 minute before adding the butter. Add onion cook for 30 seconds to a minute then add garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds to a minute depending on how soft you like your onion garlic. Serve the steamed lobster with the drawn butter and lemon wedges.

Use tongs to ensure the tail fully submerges. Cut the butter into pieces and put it in a pan with an even temperature.