There is nothing in this world quite like the taste of Lobster. Once so abundant it was considered poverty food, this flavorful shellfish now adds a feeling of richness and decadence to any table on which it's served.
Here are 21 deliciously easy ways to take the leap and make lobster a regular on your own dinner table.
If cooking lobster seems like next-level cooking skills, please don't let yourself feel daunted here. These recipes are just too good to miss out on, and they're actually surprisingly straightforward. Most are so simple, you'll find yourself making them on any old weeknight, just because you can!
1. Slow Cooker Key West Crab and Lobster Bisque
Every mouthful of this crockpot seafood bisque is packed with bold seafood flavors. The rich and creamy texture make it pure comfort food.
This smooth and satisfying seafood soup is an easy way to put something really special on the table a dinner time, even on a weeknight. Your family will wonder how you pulled it off!
Get the recipe here.
2. Cheesy Lobster Dip
Warm, cheesy, and just so good, this lobster dip is addictive.
Serve it with chips, toasted bagel slices, or pita, for a snack everyone will just love. This is definitely an appetizer that earns pride of place on your next game day snack table!
Get the recipe here.
3. Lobster Fettuccine in Herbed Cream Sauce
This special fettuccini looks like a restaurant menu item that’s perfect for a celebratory dinner, but it's so easy to make, you can dish this up right at home.
Fresh tarragon, thyme, and parsley add summer flavors to the pasta’s silky sauce, while sweet lobster ties the whole thing together into something really special.
Get the recipe here.
4. Maine Lobster Stew
As the author of this recipe explains, there are three main types of seafood soup that are all distinct...bisque, chowder, and stew.
This Maine lobster stew may be the lesser known of its lobster bisque and lobster chowder cousins. However, this might truly become your new favorite. It's so soothing and flavorful, this is Maine eating at it's best.
Get the recipe here.
5. Garlic Lobster Noodles
This easy garlic noodles recipe is an easy stir fry, with Asian flair.
Tender linguini is tossed with lobster, mushrooms, green onions, and garlic, then slathered in a sweet and salty sauce that's so good.
Get the recipe here.
6. Poached Lobster Tail With Cauliflower and Lobster Butter Sauce
From the perfectly seared bed of cauliflower, to the gently poached pyramid of lobster tail, this dish is guaranteed to impress and delight.
The flavors of the cauliflower and lobster work together surprisingly well, and that buttery lobster sauce will make you wish you could just eat it by the spoonful.
Get the recipe here.
7. Creamy Lobster Gnocchi
This creamy lobster gnocchi is one of those comfort food dishes lends itself so well to a bit of decadence, by the addition of lobster.
Sweet and tender lobster is studded throughout the dish, bringing that wonderful seafood flavor to each bite of gnocchi. That sauce brings it all together and makes it a sure family-pleasing favorite.
Get the recipe here.
8. Lobster Cakes
Perfect for a summer Sunday lunch with friends, these easy lobster cakes are brimming with fresh lobster meat!
That crispy, golden panko crust gives such a satisfying crackle to the exterior, while sealing in those heavenly flavors. Serve these as a decadent starter, or let them be the star of the show, served with a squeeze of lemon and a fresh salad.
Get the recipe here.
9. Lobster Salad
This easy lobster salad is a combination of delicious lobster meat, herbs, and greens, in a creamy dressing that's light and fresh.
Serve this as it is, or try tucking it into warm, toasted toasted buns, for the ultimate lobster salad sandwich.
Get the recipe here.
10. Sous Vide Lobster Tail
This succulent butter-poached sous vide lobster tail would be the perfect splurge for a celebration or special occasion.
That easy sous vide method just works the trick perfectly every time, for getting the lobster tails cooked to perfection. Everyone will wonder what your secret is, for such perfectly tender lobster!
Get the recipe here.
11. Lobster Casserole
This absolutely decadent lobster casserole is just packed with delicious, flavorful lobster. An addictively crispy, buttery topping covers the surface, and those little crispy bits are sure to be a favorite with the kids.
Casseroles are such a classic way to prepare seafood, and through much of New England history were considered an easy family meal. This is one easy dish I'd gladly enjoy any night of the week!
Get the recipe here.
12. Smoked Lobster Tail
Perhaps the very definition of decadent and indulgent, smoked lobster tail has a flavor profile that's pretty hard to beat.
It’s so tender and juicy, this lobster is perfect with nothing more than a bit of butter or squeeze of lemon. These centerpiece-worthy lobster tails are ready to be the star of your next backyard shindig, with a few favorite friends.
Get the recipe here.
13. Lobster Thermidor
In this recipe, lobster simmers slowly until it's tender, in a rich, creamy, parmesan wine sauce.
Piled with flavorful, cheesy goodness, it's then broiled to perfection and served piping hot. This a dish your guests won't forget!
Get the recipe here.
14. Lobster Pizza
If you're looking to mix up family pizza night, this delicious flavor combination is a fun way to do it! That crispy crust is topped with an easy lemon-garlic sauce, three different cheeses, lobster meat and fresh tarragon.
No one will forget that time you put lobster on pizza, and if they love lobster as much as we do, they'll be begging for you to put this one on repeat.
Get the recipe here.
15. Creamy Lobster Risotto
This easy lobster risotto offers rich chunks of lobster tail, paired with perfectly cooked rice, for a delicious comfort dish everyone will love.
Served with an easy vegetable, this is a low-fuss dinner that's sure to please. The rich sauce that pulls this dish all together is just perfection.
Get the recipe here.
16. Lobster Tacos
Even though this dish is elegant enough to impress dinner guests, it's also easy enough to pull off as a weeknight meal for the family. I mean, talk about Taco Tuesday!
Made with succulent lobster, and a hint of smokiness from the chipotle sauce, this recipe is just heaven from the first bite to the last.
Get the recipe here.
17. Air Fryer Lobster Tails
Oh, those amazing air fryers! If you've ever thought that making lobster at home is too much of a stretch, this super-easy recipe is one to change your mind.
Putting lobster tails on the table for a memorable meal has probably never been easier than this simple method. If you've got an air fryer, it's a must-try!
Get the recipe here.
18. Lobster Grilled Cheese
In this deliciously gooey sandwich, thick layers of lobster meat are sandwiched between melty cheese. A simple lemon mayo sauce adds some special magic to the flavor alchemy going on here.
If you love grilled cheese and lobster, this is such a great way to stretch a little bit of expensive lobster into a really special lunch.
Get the recipe here.
19. Lobster Fra Diavolo
Lobster Fra Diavolo is a simple lobster pasta recipe, that's easy to make and sure to please.
It's special enough for company or a celebration, but easy enough to make any old time you feel like it. This is another recipe that really stretches a little bit of lobster a long way, and makes it doable to enjoy lobster regularly.
Get the recipe here.
20. Connecticut Lobster Roll
For those in the know, there are Maine lobster rolls, and there are Connecticut lobster rolls. In Maine, you can expect your lobster roll cold, and stuffed to the gills with chopped lobster dressed in mayo and most likely with a bit of diced celery mixed in.
Down in Connecticut, your lobster roll will most likely come to you hot, filled with big chunks of lobster dressed in melted butter, and served with egregious amounts of extra melted butter and lemon on the side.
Guess which one this Maine girl prefers? I know it, I'm a traitor. If, like me, you're stuck in the land of cold lobster rolls, but love how the locals roll a few states south, here's how to make a classic Connecticut lobster roll in your own kitchen.
Get the recipe here.
21. Lobster Poutine
Talk about over-the-top delicious. This easy recipe for lobster poutine takes fries and cheese curds to a whole new level.
With a decadent lobster gravy, and chunks of fresh lobster, the flavor in this dish is unforgettable.
Get the recipe here.
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Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.
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