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Dish Up a

Fabulous

Seafood Delight

5 ways to prepare

fresh lobster at

home

If you’re seeking a new way to bring your family together at
mealtimes, look no further than sweet, succulent Maine Lobster. As a
versatile solution at the center of delicious dinners, satisfying snacks and
beyond, it’s a perfect way to serve up new tasty favorites.
The fall harvest brings peak season for Maine Lobster, offering
bountiful opportunities to enjoy its sweetness in an abundance of
recipes like these dishes from Marisel Salazar, an accomplished Latinx Lobster Ceviche
food writer with a unique global perspective. Her debut cookbook, Recipe courtesy of Marisel Salazar, on behalf of the
“Latin-ish,” celebrates more than 100 modern recipes influenced by Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative
American Latino cuisines.
1 Maine Lobster (about 11/2 pounds)
Lobster is easier to cook than some may believe, making it accessi- 11/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
ble for cooks of all backgrounds and experience levels. Salazar and the 1 small red or white onion, minced or sliced
experts at the Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative recommend these 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
five methods: 1 tablespoon jalapeno, seeded and minced
• Grilled: Lobster soaks up the charred flavors from the grill, deliv- 1-2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
ering a smoky flavor that complements the sweet, succulent meat. flaky sea salt, to taste
• Air-Fried: Results in a crisp exterior and tender, juicy meat, en- saltines, tortilla chips or plantain chips, for serving
hancing lobster’s natural flavors.
• Boiled: A quick, easy, popular method perfect for entertaining, Bring large pot of salted water to boil. In large bowl, prepare ice bath with 2
boiling brings out the rich, sweet flavor in these recipes for Puerto Nue- quarts water and lots of ice.
vo-Style Lobster and Lobster Ceviche.
• Steamed: Preserves lobster’s natural taste and tenderness as a If using whole lobster, split lobster in half and use dish towel to twist off
gentle cooking method, making it harder to overcook. claws and tail. Discard body.
• Baked: Allows for flavorful additions like garlic butter or a bread- Boil tail and claws 11/2 minutes. Remove tail from water and place in ice bath.
crumb topping. Creates a delicious, savory crust for a gourmet twist. Allow claws to boil 11/2 minutes longer. Remove and place in ice bath.
On chopping board, shell lobster tail and claws. Discard shells. Roughly chop
With its first documented catch dating back to the 1600s, the Maine
Lobster fishery is one of the oldest continually operated industries in into pieces.
North America. The fishery employs more than 5,000 independent lob- In medium bowl, toss lobster and lime juice. Refrigerate 1 hour.
stermen, harvests 90 million pounds of lobster and, in 2023, landed 80% When ready to serve, add onion, cilantro and jalapeno to bowl with lobster;
of the lobster caught nationwide. Find more ways to enjoy fresh lobster toss to combine. Arrange on plate or in serving glass. Drizzle with oil and
at LobsterFromMaine.com. top with flaky sea salt, to taste. Serve with saltines, tortilla chips or plantain
chips.

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