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Grilled Lobster

Cultural Context

Grilled lobster is a beloved dish along the coasts of Mexico, particularly in regions where seafood is abundant. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings, it showcases the fresh flavors of the ocean paired with simple seasonings. Today, this dish is popular in many seafood restaurants and is often served with a variety of sides, reflecting the diverse culinary influences found throughout Mexico.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lobsters
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: broth

💰Cheaper: water with lemon

Broth adds flavor without alcohol.

1

Remove the rubber bands from the lobster.

2

Boil a pot of water and place the lobster in for 2 minutes to poach.

3

After 2 minutes, remove the lobster and prepare an ice bath.

4

Place the lobster in the ice bath for 2 minutes to stop the cooking process.

5

Carefully slice the lobster down the middle.

6

Rinse out the eggs from the lobster if desired.

7

Drizzle olive oil on the grill and add a stick and a half of butter and four finely chopped garlic cloves, melting them on low heat for about 1-1.5 minutes.

8

Sprinkle salt and pepper on the lobster as you place it on the grill.

9

Grill the lobster for 2 minutes, placing the claws towards the hotter part of the grill.

10

Grill for an additional 30 seconds if needed for the claws.

Cooking Techniques

grillingbasting

Equipment Needed

grillbasting brushsmall saucepanknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Langosta a la Parrilla
Local Name: langosta asada

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