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Lagosta grelhada, Cape Verdean grilled spiny lobster
- Preparation time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4 servings
Ingredients
4 servings
- Langouste — to buy2
- Garlic — to buy3 cloves
- Parsley — to buy1 bunch
- Lemon — to buy2
- Butter — to buy40 g
- Chili pepper — to buy1
Preparation
Cut the lobster in half lengthwise with a large, sharp knife, starting from the head.
Blend the crushed garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice and a splash of oil into a fragrant marinade.
Generously brush the lobster flesh with this marinade and let rest 15 minutes.
Heat a grill or pan over high heat, place the lobster halves flesh-side down.
Grill 4-5 minutes flesh-side until lightly golden, then flip to the shell side for 3-4 minutes.
Add a knob of butter on each half at the end of cooking so it melts and coats the flesh.
Serve immediately with the remaining lemon and a touch of chili for those who like it spicier.