Ingredients

  • 6 (1 1/4 pound) live lobsters
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method

  • Bring 2 large pots of salted water to a boil. Divide lobsters between the pots and boil until shells are pink and lobsters are opaque, about 11 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan. Add lemon juice, parsley, chives, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve lobsters with warm herb butter and lemon wedges.