The Best Ways to Cook with Lobster

Steamed, broiled, pan-roasted, grilled, casseroled... you name it! Get the inside scoop on how best to cook lobster for your next backyard boil.

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Scandinavian Lobster Boil with Potato, Fennel, and Corn Salad

Photo: Greg Dupree; Styling: Lindsey Ellis Beatty

Scandinavian Lobster Boil with Potato, Fennel, and Corn Salad Recipe

Break out the bibs for a summer lobster boil. Tip: Use kitchen scissors to cut down each tail for easier eating.

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Poached Lobster Tails with Dressed Pea Shoots

Photo: Jennifer Causey Styling: Claire Spollen

Poached Lobster Tails with Dressed Pea Shoots Recipe

Simmer gently so the lobster stays supple.

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Lobster Rossejat

Photo: Greg Dupree; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Lobster Rossejat Recipe

This dish made with lobster and spaghetti noodles is pronounced rose-ay-YACHT.

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Mad Risotto, Lobster Edition

Photo: Oxmoor House

Mad Risotto, Lobster Edition Recipe
We're mad for this risotto-stuffed lobster. The play in textures between the complex grain and supple lobster make for a lovely dinner tonight.

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Lobster Mac and Cheese

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Rachael Burrow

Lobster Mac and Cheese Recipe

Creamy, cheesy pasta pairs perfectly with rich lobster for an indulgent, off-the-coast dinner.

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Lobster Rolls

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Ginny Branch

Lobster Rolls Recipe
Lobster Rolls are a quintessential New England creation and tied to Maine thanks to the state's multitude of these delicious crustaceans.

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Lobster-and-Corn Fritters

Cedric Angeles

Lobster-and-Corn Fritters Recipe
Shareable, dippable, and delectable, what's not to love about these crisp, light fritters?

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Maine Lobster Bake

Photo: Oxmoor House

Maine Lobster Bake Recipe
Make your lobster bake a memorable and festive event with whole Main lobsters and a bucket full of steamer calms.

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Lobster Rolls

Photo: Jonny Valiant

Lobster Rolls Recipe
These yummy Lobster Rolls are prepared with a creamy blend of mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, curry, and a variety of fresh herbs--all served atop toasted brioche rolls.

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Lobsters and Corn

Tim Turner

Lobsters and Corn Recipe
When you are dealing with ingredients as special as lobster, the cooking should be so straightforward that it doesn't distract from the amazing, natural flavors. Basting the lobster and sweet corn with garlic butter is all you really need to do.

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Grilled Maine Lobsters

Photo: Marcus Nilsson; Styling: Angharad Bailey

Grilled Maine Lobsters Recipe
Serve Grilled Maine Lobsters with a creamy, homemade buttery dipping sauce.

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Simple Lobster Risotto

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Simple Lobster Risotto Recipe
Simmering the shells infuses the broth with lobster flavor and adds elegance to this simple risotto dish.

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Grilled Maine Lobster Tails with Miso Butter

Photo: Romulo Yanes; Food Styling: Simon Andrews; Prop Styling: Helen Crowther

Grilled Maine Lobster Tails with Miso Butter Recipe
We love the modern 25-minute twist on grilled lobster with miso butter. Miso really brings salty umami notes to sweet, succulent lobster.

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Lemon-Tarragon Lobster Roll

Photo: Kana Okada

Lemon-Tarragon Lobster Roll Recipe
Lemon and tarragon brighten up this seafood sub.

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Picnic-Perfect Lobster Rolls

Oxmoor House

Picnic-Perfect Lobster Rolls Recipe
Pack the picnic basket with this classic New England sandwich. It comes together in a snap if you purchase lobster tails and have them steamed at the fish counter.

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The Best Ways to Cook with Lobster

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Scandinavian Lobster Boil with Potato, Fennel, and Corn Salad

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Poached Lobster Tails with Dressed Pea Shoots