Protein Food
Whole Lobster
About This Entry
Whole lobster is boiled or steamed shell-on — clambake centerpiece. Sparkling wine, Chardonnay, and dry rosé suit drawn butter and corn.
Beginner Guide
1¼–1½ lb chickens are standard serving size per person for mains.
FAQ
- What is Whole Lobster?
- 1¼–1½ lb chickens are standard serving size per person for mains.
- How should Whole Lobster be cooked for best results?
- Do not overcook lean fillets; shellfish should be opaque and firm. Rest fish briefly before serving.
At a Glance
Group
Crustaceans
Classification
Animal Protein Foods
Species
lobster
Scientific name
Homarus americanus
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Whole Lobster
- Classification
- Animal Protein Foods
- Group
- Crustaceans
- Scientific name
- Homarus americanus
- Species
- lobster
Taxonomy
- Cut type
- whole
- Bone state
- bone in
- Processing state
- fresh
- Fat content
- moderate
- Primary cooking methods
- boil, steam, grill
- Recommended doneness
- well done