[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. 
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.