What Can I Cook With Lobster?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with lobster
Got lobster in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Lobster
What Can I Cook With Lobster And...
🍚With Rice:
- →Lobster Fried Rice
- →Lobster Risotto
- →Lobster Curry with Rice
Common Mistakes When Cooking Lobster
- ✕Don't overcook lobster - it becomes tough and rubbery in just minutes
- ✕Plunge into boiling water head-first for most humane cooking
- ✕Don't skip deveing the tail - the digestive tract runs through it
- ✕Don't discard the lobster body/shells - they make incredible stock
- ✕Let lobster reach room temp for 15 min before cooking for even results
How to Store Lobster
Live lobster should be cooked same day. Cooked lobster lasts 3-4 days in fridge.
Learn more about lobster storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with lobster?
Lobster bisque, lobster roll, grilled lobster tail, lobster thermidor, lobster mac and cheese, or lobster risotto.
How long does it take to cook lobster?
A 1-1.5 lb lobster takes 8-12 minutes to boil. Lobster tails take 5-8 minutes to broil or steam.
What is the fastest lobster dish?
Butter poached lobster tail takes 10-12 minutes. Lobster roll takes 15 minutes with pre-cooked lobster.
Can lobster be frozen?
Yes, both raw and cooked lobster can be frozen for up to 6 months. Flash-freeze tails for best quality.
What flavors go well with lobster?
Butter, lemon, garlic, tarragon, chives, cream, white wine, and Old Bay seasoning complement lobster.