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  4. Our 20 Most Amazing Lobster Recipes

Our 20 Most Amazing Lobster Recipes

Updated June 14, 2019
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Brown Butter Lobster Rolls
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

We love a good lobster, no matter how it's served. Looking for a good lobster roll recipe? We've got you covered. Feeling more in the mood for a quirky, lobster-topped pizza? We've got that too. No matter how you plan to get your lobster fix tonight, we have the recipe for you. 

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White Gazpacho with Lobster

White Gazpacho with Lobster
Credit: Jennifer Causey

White Gazpacho with Lobster Recipe

Instead of the traditional tomato foundation, this gazpacho uses cucumber and green grapes for bright, fresh flavor. Lobster is a special touch, ideal to kick off a dinner party. You also could omit the lobster or sub shrimp.

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Lobster Roll Pizza  

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Credit: Kelsey Hansen; Prop Styling: Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners

Lobster Roll Pizza   Recipe

If you’re looking for a pie to impress, this lobster pizza is a must-make. The buttery, crisp crust topped with a rich cheese blend and brightened with a vibrant mix of fresh herbs, lemon zest, garlic, and celery serves as the perfect bed for decadent Maine lobster. Not a seasoned pro when it comes to buying and cooking lobster? Be sure to check out our complete guide to cooking with this incredible shellfish for all of the information and inspiration you need.

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Stuffed Lobster

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Credit: Jen Causey, Food Styling: Gordon Sawyer and Tina Stamos, Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell

Stuffed Lobster Recipe

Stuff lobster tails with a savory mixture of chopped lobster meat, Parmesan cheese and buttery cracker crumbs for an elegant seafood entree.

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New England Lobster Salad Burger

New England Lobster Salad Burger
Credit: Jennifer Causey

New England Lobster Salad Burger Recipe

Classic burger joint, meet New England-style seafood shack. Pile creamy lobster salad on top of thick-cut bacon, a few slices of Vermont cheddar, and a juicy sirloin patty. The final touch? A kaiser roll for the ideal surf-and-turf experience. Pair with: Allagash Brewing Company White. Think of this light, orange peel–infused witbier as having the same effect of squeezing bright citrus over shellfish.

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Brown-Butter Lobster Bisque

Brown Butter Lobster Bisque
Credit: Jennifer Causey

Brown-Butter Lobster Bisque Recipe

Lobster bisque—basically decadence in the form of soup—turns extra indulgent with cooked rice blended in as a thickener. Take the time to brown the butter to give it added nutty dimension, then garnish with halved claws for a show-stopping starter.  

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Picnic-Perfect Lobster Rolls

Picnic-Perfect Lobster Rolls
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Picnic-Perfect Lobster Rolls Recipe

This classic New England sandwich comes together in a snap if you purchase lobster tails and have them steamed at the fish counter.

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Lobster Roll Breakfast Tacos

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Lobster Roll Breakfast Tacos Recipe

For some Northeasterners, it’s not summer until the first lobster roll has been consumed. If you’re not planning a trip to Maine in the near future (or you just aren’t into that much mayo on a sandwich), the lobster roll breakfast taco is calling your name.

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Lobster BLT Steamed Buns with Old Bay Mayo

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Lobster BLT Steamed Buns with Old Bay Mayo Recipe

Chef Michael Franey of Midtown Manhattan’s David Burke fabrick borrowed inspiration from a traditional lobster roll and dim sum to create his insanely Instagrammable Lobster BLT Steamed Buns with Old Bay-spiced mayo.

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Grilled Spiny Lobsters with Herbed Oil

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Credit: Photography: Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Grilled Spiny Lobsters with Herbed Oil Recipe

These spiny lobsters are perfect for a special occasion. A labor of love, this grilled dish is sure to impress even the biggest seafood skeptics.

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Fried Lobster Tails with Sweet Corn Waffles and Spicy Maple Syrup

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Credit: Photography: Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer.

Fried Lobster Tails with Sweet Corn Waffles and Spicy Maple Syrup Recipe

Savory or sweet? This decadent brunch recipes is the best of both worlds. The spicy maple syrup is an unexpected--but delicious--way to top off the dish.

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Lobster and Corn Quesadillas 

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Lobster and Corn Quesadillas  Recipe

Inspired by a simple, classic lobster and corn chowder, these decadent Maine lobster quesadillas can be served family-style as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or plated with a simple green salad for an exceptional meal. If you want to go with a milder cheese, shredded Monterey Jack or Swiss would both work great. Filled with delicate sweetness and savory richness, this high-low dish is sure to be a dinner party hit. Maine New Shell Lobster is harvested during peak season in Maine (roughly late June – early November) when lobsters shed their old shells and grow new shells. Gulf of Maine seawater fills the newly formed shell and naturally “marinates” the meat, creating an intense and more “lobster-y” flavor. New Shell is more tender, delicately textured lobster meat. The thinner shell even makes the lobsters easy to crack, pick and eat by hand.

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Popcorn Lobster with Creamy Lager-Mustard Sauce

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Credit:  Kelsey Hansen; Food Styling: Adam Dolge; Prop Styling: Kashara Johnson

Popcorn Lobster with Creamy Lager-Mustard Sauce Recipe

Inspired by “popcorn” shrimp, these crispy little fried Maine lobster bites make for a next-level snackable and indulgent appetizer. A quick 1-minute boil makes removing the lobsters’ shell a bit easier and the double breading action—with a light, crispy tempura batter followed by panko breadcrumbs—insure an incredible crunch factor. Paired with a tangy beer and mustard dip, they’re the ultimate beachside snack. Maine New Shell Lobster is harvested during peak season in Maine (roughly late June – early November) when lobsters shed their old shells and grow new shells. Gulf of Maine seawater fills the newly formed shell and naturally “marinates” the meat, creating an intense and more “lobster-y” flavor. New Shell is more tender, delicately textured lobster meat. The thinner shell even makes the lobsters easy to crack, pick and eat by hand.

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Lobster Cacio e Pepe for Two

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Lobster Cacio e Pepe for Two Recipe

We upgraded the classic pepper and cheese pasta dish with chunks of supple Maine lobster for an incredible dinner-for-two. Meaning, “date night” needs to happen at home this week. Of course, this dish is easily doubled if you’re serving more than two. Maine New Shell Lobster is harvested during peak season in Maine (roughly late June – early November) when lobsters shed their old shells and grow new shells. Gulf of Maine seawater fills the newly formed shell and naturally “marinates” the meat, creating an intense and more “lobster-y” flavor. New Shell is more tender, delicately textured lobster meat. The thinner shell even makes the lobsters easy to crack, pick and eat by hand.

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Lobster Niçoise Salad

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Lobster Niçoise Salad Recipe

This elevated spin on a classic niçoise salad is the perfect platter for entertaining or a special occasion. Freshly cooked lobster meat provides the richest flavor and is best for a cold salad like this. Hearty purple potatoes, blanched green beans, and hard-boiled eggs are tossed in a tarragon and Dijon vinaiagrette that ties the whole salad together. Topped with capers and olives for an added kick of salinity and brine, this niçoise has got it all. Maine New Shell Lobster is harvested during peak season in Maine (roughly late June – early November) when lobsters shed their old shells and grow new shells. Gulf of Maine seawater fills the newly formed shell and naturally “marinates” the meat, creating an intense and more “lobster-y” flavor. New Shell is more tender, delicately textured lobster meat. The thinner shell even makes the lobsters easy to crack, pick and eat by hand. 

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Simple Grilled Whole Lobster

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Simple Grilled Whole Lobster Recipe

Cooking fresh lobster may seem intimidating—but after you do it once, it’s really no sweat. Grilling them is a great way to cook fresh lobster as it imparts a delicious smoky flavor to the crustacean’s rich meat, and being that you can eat them right from the shells, it’s super simple too. Just be sure you’re working with a sharp knife when you set out to prepare your grilled lobster. This easy dish makes for a perfectly elegant summer supper for two, so you may just want to have your next date night at home. Serve your grilled lobster with melted butter and lemon wedges, along with whatever fresh sides you love. A simple green salad, grilled corn, or roasted potatoes would all be great options. 

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Lobster Roll Bruschetta

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Lobster Roll Bruschetta Recipe

Though we love the sweet flavor of lobster in this appetizer, you can easily substitute 1/2 pound of shrimp with delicious results.

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Lobster Roll

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Lobster Roll Recipe

We might be a little biased, but we think this is the best lobster roll recipe of all time. This is the classic New England lobster roll recipe: a basic hot dog bun filled with lobster salad. There are no fancy seasonings here; the lobster is showcased in a simple mayonnaise dressing. This salad is also great over greens for a main dish.

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New England Lobster Roll Tacos

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Credit: Greg Dupree; Food Styling: Torie Cox: Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine

New England Lobster Roll Tacos Recipe

This lobster roll recipe will make you feel like your dining in a quaint coastal Maine town. Fans of lobster will absolutely, love this savory dish.

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Lobster Nachos

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Lobster Nachos Recipe

You'll love our highfalutin' nacho iteration laden with sweet lobster meat, avocado, a rich yet amazingly low-fat cheese sauce, and a heap of crunchy, piquant tomato-radish salad on top that takes this dish to a completely new level. Between the crunch and saltiness of the chips and the richness of the seafood and cheese sauce, these nachos are just right for a glass of bubbly. This recipe is geared for a main-dish serving; for party snacks, it'll serve 12 or more.

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Brown Butter Lobster Rolls

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Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Brown Butter Lobster Rolls Recipe

This recipe takes "lobster roll" to an entirely new level. Perfect for celebrations or busy weeknights, the browned butter elevates the dish in a totally unexpected way.

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    1 of 20 White Gazpacho with Lobster
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    5 of 20 Brown-Butter Lobster Bisque
    6 of 20 Picnic-Perfect Lobster Rolls
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    8 of 20 Lobster BLT Steamed Buns with Old Bay Mayo
    9 of 20 Grilled Spiny Lobsters with Herbed Oil
    10 of 20 Fried Lobster Tails with Sweet Corn Waffles and Spicy Maple Syrup
    11 of 20 Lobster and Corn Quesadillas 
    12 of 20 Popcorn Lobster with Creamy Lager-Mustard Sauce
    13 of 20 Lobster Cacio e Pepe for Two
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    15 of 20 Simple Grilled Whole Lobster
    16 of 20 Lobster Roll Bruschetta
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