Lobster
Lobster has a distinctive seafood flavour and suits rice dishes, stews, grilling and starters. Avoid overcooking its delicate meat.
What it offers and why to use it
A marine flavour and a tender, firm or meaty texture, depending on the species. Overcooking often makes seafood tough.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Buy lobster from a supplier that maintains the cold chain. Look for a clean sea smell and moist appearance, without slime or an ammonia smell.
Store
Keep at 4°C or below and use promptly, preferably within 1–2 days. Store separately and thaw in the refrigerator.
Prepare
Clean according to the species and cook only as required. For bivalves, discard damaged specimens and any that do not open during cooking.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Pairs with garlic, parsley, lemon, white wine, rice, pasta, tomato, paprika and olive oil.
How to substitute it
Replace lobster with seafood of a similar texture, adjusting the cooking time.
Recipes with lobster
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