[header] How to kill lobster [title] Numb the lobster by freezing it for 20 minutes. [step] Place the lobster on a tray and place it in the freezer on a shelf or another flat area. This will slightly numb the lobster, making its death less painful. <sep> (A) Alternatively, you could put the lobster in a large resealable bag and store it overnight. [substeps] Crush the lobster pieces between your fingers to kill it faster, but avoid applying ice or cooking oils. (B) [title] Kill the lobster and remove it from the freezer. [step] Hold the lobster by its hindquarters or rear legs. (C) Freezing also slows the lobster's movements down so that it's easier to work with. [title] Put the lobster on a cutting board and a baking sheet. (D) [title] Remove the lobster from the freezer. [step] Release the lobster from the tray and use a lobster paperclip to gently bite down on the lobster back.
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