Buying And Preparing Live Lobster At Home

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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.

The store at which they shop can be critical in and of itself. A suitable grocery store ideally will look clean and sanitary. Its crustacean tank will also be clear and free from debris and murkiness that makes seeing the creatures impossible. Stores that have good reputations among local shoppers could be the wisest pick for this purchase.

Lobsters can get sick or hurt while in tanks in stores. It is generally ill advised to buy one that looks sick or injured. The meat from it could be contaminated or compromised. Instead, people may choose a healthier specimen if the tank itself looks clean. If all of the crustaceans look ill or hurt, it may be time to move onto another seafood market or retailer.

Because it is considered a luxury ingredient, stores are known to sometimes charge premium prices for lobsters. People can still get a good deal by shopping around and comparing prices, however. Some stores might run specials or charge less than their competitors.

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 people are ready to cook the meal, they may first put on a stock pot of hot water and bring it to a boil. They may season the water with salt and Bay seasoning if they prefer. After the water starts a rolling boil, it is time to put in the crustaceans. Individuals may remember to lower the creatures gently into the pot to avoid claws and tails from breaking. As they boil, the lobsters will turn a bright red hue. Cooking times vary; however, most chefs agree that each pound gets 12 to 15 minutes cooking time.

If the person cooking does not want the seasoned water to go to waste, he or she can also add potatoes, corn on the cob, and other side foods in with the crustaceans being boiled. These other foods can be added at the midway point of boiling. People can eat the extra sides with their main meal.

Cooking a lobster that is alive tends to be easy when people use some common sense tips. These suggestions could help them prepare a restaurant worthy meal. They also can add sides during the preparation process for easier meal creations.




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