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25 Tasty Lobster Recipes Anyone Can Make

Updated by Food Network Canada Editors on February 16, 2018

Making lobster at home can seem like a lavish event. But we've put together a collection of lobster recipes that are so simple to make, you can enjoy this succulent seafood whenever you want.

  • Lobster Roll
     
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    Lobster Roll

    <p>Succulent lobster meat piled into a buttery toasted sour dough bun and topped with lobster mayo.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-roll/12356/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Roll</strong></a></p>
  • Lobster Fettuccine
     
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    Lobster Fettuccine

    <p>This creamy pasta is bursting with juicy, garlicky lobster and fresh herbs.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-fettuccine/11383/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Fettuccine</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lamb and Lobster Burger
     
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    Lamb and Lobster Burger

    <p>A tasty surf n' turf meal served with homemade guacamole and roasted corn sun dried tomato salsa.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lamb-and-lobster-burger/13361/" target="_blank"><strong>Lamb and Lobster Burger</strong></a></p>
  • Lobster Macaroni and Cheese
     
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    Lobster Macaroni and Cheese

    <p>Tender macaroni covered in a cheesy sauce with pieces of juicy lobster, and covered in crispy bread crumbs for some texture.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-macaroni-and-cheese/5762/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Macaroni and Cheese</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster Cakes with Thai Dipping Sauce, Rice and Broccoli
     
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    Lobster Cakes with Thai Dipping Sauce, Rice and Broccoli

    <p>These simple and delicious lobster cakes can be made as a main, served with vegetables, or a great stand-alone appetizer.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-cakes-with-thai-dipping-sauce-rice-and-broccoli/7569/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Cakes with Thai Dipping Sauce, Rice and Broccoli</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster Cobb Salad
     
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    Lobster Cobb Salad

    <p>This decadent Cobb salad is taken up a notch with the addition of sweet, juicy lobster and a homemade maple-Dijon dressing.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-cobb-salad/14778/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Cobb Salad</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster and Grapefruit Salad
     
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    Lobster and Grapefruit Salad

    <p>Succulent sweet lobster is paired with chunks of tart grapefruit, creamy avocado and fresh parsley, all tossed in a light lemon dressing.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-and-grapefruit-salad/9114/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster and Grapefruit Salad</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster Thermidor
     
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    Lobster Thermidor

    <p>This spectacular lobster dish is surprisingly simple to make. Lobster shells are stuffed with cooked lobster in a delicious cream sauce, then topped with Swiss cheese and cooked until golden.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-thermidor/12186/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Thermidor</strong></a>.</p>
  • Nova Scotia: Seawater Lobster
     
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    Nova Scotia: Seawater Lobster

    <p>Rich lobster is mouth-wateringly delicious on its own, but you can really taste the cold Atlantic waters around Nova Scotia when you boil it in salt water.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/seawater-lobster/13307/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith's Seawater Lobster</strong></a></p>
  • Lobster Stew
     
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    Lobster Stew

    <p>This gourmet dish featuring lobster and fresh vegetables makes a delicious main that's pleasing to the eye and the taste buds.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-stew/10328/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Stew</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster Lasagna Di Carnevale
     
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    Lobster Lasagna Di Carnevale

    <p>Get authentically Italian with this tomato-and-cheese lasagna, complete with vegetables, prosciutto, Italian sausage and pancetta.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-lasagna-di-carnevale/12873/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith's Lobster Lasagna Di Carnevale</strong></a></p>
  • P.E.I.: Lobster Mashed Potatoes
     
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    P.E.I.: Lobster Mashed Potatoes

    <p>Celebrate two of P.E.I.'s most famous ingredients — lobster and potatoes — with this decadent side dish that eats like an entrée.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-mashed-potatoes/9663/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith's Lobster Mashed Potatoes</strong></a></p>
  • Lobster Roll Bites
     
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    Lobster Roll Bites

    <p>Creamy lobster salad is added to mini toast cups for a tasty, bite-sized take on the classic Maritime lobster roll.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/lobster-roll-bites/18596/" target="_blank">Lobster Roll Bites</a></strong></p>
  • Lobster Fresh Rolls
     
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    Lobster Fresh Rolls

    <p>A play on Vietnamese fresh spring rolls, these napa cabbage wrapped lobster bundles are bright with sambal olek, cilantro and grapefruit. Offer them to guests with a mint mayonnaise or carrot ginger sauce for a passed hors d’oeuvres at your next dinner party.</p> <p>Get the recipe for Roger Mooking’s <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nappa-cabbage-lobster-rolls-with-mint-mayonnaise-and-carrot-ginger-sauce/11218/" target="_blank"><strong>Nappa Cabbage Lobster Rolls With Mint Mayonnaise and Carrot Ginger Sauce</strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster Poutine
     
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    Lobster Poutine

    <p>Of course, potatoes have another very Canadian connection, and this lobster poutine uses hand-cut russets, bite sized lobster pieces and cheese along with bacon, tomatoes and parsley for colour. Use your favourite gravy recipe, or borrow one from <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/poutine-baked-potatoes/10977/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Poutine Baked Potatoes</strong></a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-poutine/18847/" target="_blank"><strong>Lobster Poutine</strong></a></p>
  • Traditional Lobster Roll
     
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    Traditional Lobster Roll

    <p>Freshly cooked lobster mixed with a minimum of mayonnaise, crunchy romaine and piled into a warm toasted bun (from a local bakery, if possible) makes this traditional lobster roll a favourite in Nova Scotia and across the country.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nova-scotia-lobster-roll/16298/" target="_blank"><strong>Nova Scotia Lobster Roll</strong></a></p>
  • Mac and Cheese Lobster Roll
     
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    Mac and Cheese Lobster Roll

    <p>Of course, there is such a thing as gilding the lily, and for those who don’t find a traditional lobster roll rich enough, this gooey macaroni and cheese version will fit the bill. Gruyère and sharp white cheddar add creaminess and a bit of bite, while pancetta lends a smoky touch to this Great Canadian Cookbook recipe.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mac-and-cheese-lobster-roll/18114/" target="_blank"><strong>Mac and Cheese Lobster Roll</strong></a></p>
  • Anna Olson’s Atlantic Lobster Chowder
     
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    Anna Olson’s Atlantic Lobster Chowder

    <p>Canada’s Atlantic provinces are home to decadent lobster, a special-occasion shellfish that we just want to put in and on everything. Anna Olson substitutes classic clams with lobster for a rich seafood feast using what’s local and fresh on the East Coast.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/atlantic-lobster-chowder/19003/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Atlantic Lobster Chowder<strong></a></p>
  • Lobster Corn Chowder
     
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    Lobster Corn Chowder

    <p>A unique kind of surf and turf: cooked lobster and fresh corn on the cob are the stars of this scrumptious dish.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-corn-chowder/13311/" target="_blank"><strong><strong>Lobster Corn Chowder</strong></strong></a>.</p>
  • Lobster Rolls
     
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    Lobster Rolls

    <p>Add some East Coast flair to your party with a platter of classic lobster rolls alongside a bucket of cold brews! Serve them snack size by cutting each sandwich in half.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/seafood/blog/how-to-make-a-classic-lobster-roll/35248/" target="_blank"><strong>Classic Lobster Roll</strong></a></p>
  • Road Grill Devilled Eggs
     
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    Road Grill Devilled Eggs

    <p>Minced lobster meat and crispy bacon come together to create a flavourful seafood variation of this <em><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/road-grill/" target="_blank"><strong>Road Grill</strong></a></em>-featured dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/road-grill-devilled-eggs/10052/" target="_blank"><strong>Road Grill Devilled Eggs</strong></a></p>
  • Revolutionary Ravioli
     
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    Revolutionary Ravioli

    <p>A unique twist on traditional ravioli, this lobster and ricotta-filled pasta is light, refreshing and super tasty.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/revolutionary-ravioli/12273/" target="_blank"><strong>Revolutionary Ravioli</strong></a></p>
  • Creamy Lobster Linguine
     
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    Creamy Lobster Linguine

    <p>You've probably eaten hundreds, if not thousands, of pasta dinners in your life, but lobster, bacon and Parmesan cheese ensure that you’ll remember this one.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/creamy-lobster-linguine/17595/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Creamy Lobster Linguine</a></strong></p>
  • Lobster a la Rachel
     
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    Lobster a la Rachel

    <p>Comforting pasta calls for rich, buttery lobster smothered in creamy tomato sauce. Keep this recipe on hand when you're looking to impress someone special.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lobster-a-la-rachel/6820//" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith’s Lobster a la Rachel</strong></a></p>
  • Mark McEwan’s Lobster Cobb Salad
     
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    Mark McEwan’s Lobster Cobb Salad

    <p>Cobb salad heads to the East Coast, replacing the typical chicken with buttery-sweet lobster – stalwarts bacon, blue cheese, eggs and avocado aren’t forgotten though. The best herb and garlic creamy dressing brings this all together for a main course salad recipe that’ll have you coming back to the bowl for more.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/food-network-canada-chef-school/recipe/mark-mcewans-lobster-cobb-salad/21291/" target="_blank">Mark McEwan’s Lobster Cobb Salad</a></strong></p>
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