Aragosta Oreganata (Lobster Oregano)
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Archives
Serves 2 peopleCategories: Fish- Seafood
Ingredients
- 1 large lobster (about 2 lb.)
- 6 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 tsp. chopped sweet basil
- 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley
- 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp. oregano
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
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Insert sharp knife between body and tail of lobster to sever spinal cord. Place on back and split to end of tail. Spread open. The green and coral parts are edible, but be sure to remove the small sac just back of the head. Crack large claws. Place in baking pan, cut side up; add 1/2 cup water to pan.
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Mix thoroughly bread crumbs, parsley, basil, cheese, oregano and garlic. Sprinkle evenly over lobster; add salt and pepper to taste. Pour oil over all.
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Place on broiler rack about 6 inchers below medium flame. Broil about 20 minutes or until lobster meat is tender. Serve very hot.