How Do You Have Your Maine Lobster?

Lobster is the Maine dish. The state is known for having the best in the world.

Lobster is King

There are many ways to prepare lobster and some are more popular than others. The classic way is steamed, but there are some delicious recipes that make lobster the king in Maine.

A Variety of Recipes

Lobster is prepared for rolls, pasta, soups and chowders. There’s even a breakfast recipe. Try each one and see what you like the best.

7 Ways to Make Maine Lobster

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Steamed Lobster

Steamed lobster is the most popular way. It comes with a long tradition of cooking and preparation. The dish is eaten with melted butter. It has a natural flavor of lobster.

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Lobster Mac and Cheese has become a hit. Served as a main dish or as a side, it combines the creaminess of melted cheese, pasta and lobster.

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Lobster Rolls

Lobster rolls are the way to go. People travel to Maine just to try it. It comes in so many ways. The classic way is a toasted bun with seasoned lobster in mayo and lettuce.

Lobster Chowder

Lobster chowder is the iconic way to have lobster as a soup. It can be lobster itself with potatoes and cream or it can be made as a seafood chowder with clams and fresh fish.

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Lobster Bisque

Lobster bisque is another way to have lobster in a soup. The dish is creamy and sometimes has sherry in it. It’s loaded with chunks of lobster and veggies.

Lobster Ravioli

Lobster ravioli is a unique way to have it. Served with a cream sauce or red sauce, it is a great main course or a perfect side dish.

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Lobster Tail

Lobster tail is a great combo with steak to have a surf and turf meal. It can be prepared by steaming the lobster and then grilling the tail. Add the spices and it’s amazing.

Lobster Benedict

Lobster benedict is one of a few ways to enjoy it for breakfast. Usually served on an English muffin and poached eggs. The hollandaise sauce is often prepared with avocado or spinach.

Eat More Maine Lobster

Anyway you make fresh Maine lobster is the right way. Try a variety of recipes and enjoy the ocean’s bounty and the best lobster in the world.

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