Purchasing And Making A Live Lobster Meal

By Debra Schmidt


Many people consider seafood to be an upscale and delicious meal choice. While some people go out to a restaurant for this fare, others prefer to make it themselves at home. However, they may wonder what precautions they should take when buying live lobster and also how to prepare this crustacean in their own kitchens. They may find it simple to accomplish both tasks when they consider these suggestions and also use some common sense approaches to make sure they enjoy their dinner as much as possible.

When it comes to buying lobsters, people might do well to shop at a store that is known for cleanliness and quality. While many grocery stores and markets sell these crustaceans, some maintain less clean standards than others. Individuals shopping for the meal may do well to make sure their store of choice is clean and that the tank holding the lobsters is likewise sanitary. Shoppers ideally should be able to see the crustaceans in the tank and not be impeded by murky water or floating debris.

When looking at the lobsters in the tank, individuals might be told to avoid those that look like they are sick or look like they have been hurt. Injuries and illness could compromise the flavor and safety of the meat. If the tank itself is clean and the other lobsters look healthy, shoppers might choose another crustacean. If not, they could shop at another store.

It also might benefit people to comparison shop, given the prices for lobsters throughout the year. Prices tend to be lowest in the autumn when these creatures are harvested from the sea. Even so, stores charge different prices, making it necessary for bargain hunters to look around before buying.

When they get their lobsters home, they can refrigerate them if they do not plan on preparing them right then. These creatures can be refrigerated for several hours safely. The refrigeration process puts them into a sleep.

When individuals are ready to start cooking, they may first fill a large cooking pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Before it boils, the water can have water, bay leaves, and other seasoning added to it if individuals prefer some additional flavor. When the water is at a rolling boil, the person doing the cooking can put the lobsters in the pot. They will turn red as they cook and boil. This color is normal and to be expected. After they have boiled for 12 to 15 minutes per pound, they are ready to eat.

Some individuals like to add corn and potatoes to the boil about halfway through the cooking process. The potatoes and corn add to the meal and provide side dishes that the family can eat with their main entree. Other favorites to add include crayfish or crab legs.

These tips for cooking a lobster meal can help people achieve the goal safely and thoroughly. The process starts with buying one from a live tank. It then culminates in boiling the meal at home and adding any side dishes that the family likes to eat as well.




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