Flambeed Pan-Roasted Lobster | America's Test Kitchen

Ingredients

• 2 live lobsters (1 to 2 pounds each)
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil
• 1/4 cup bourbon or 1/4 cup of cognac
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (3/4 stick), cut into 6 pieces
• 2 medium shallots , minced (about 6 tablespoons)
• 3 tablespoons dry white wine
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon leaves
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh chive
• 1 lemon , cut into wedges (optional)