As a seafood lover, I’m always looking for new ways to enjoy lobster. While whole lobster tails or claws make for an indulgent meal, minced lobster meat opens up a whole world of possibilities! The mild, sweet flavor of lobster combines beautifully with all kinds of ingredients and works in everything from appetizers to main courses.
In this article, I’ll share 12 of my favorite recipes for minced lobster so you can take your cooking to the next level. With these ideas, you’ll never again be stumped about what to do with leftover lobster meat or the minced meat you picked up from the fish market. Let’s dive in!
Get Creative with Lobster Appetizers
Minced lobster is perfect for fancy little appetizers and hors d’oeuvres. Here are some elevated ways to serve it as a starter:
1. Lobster-Stuffed Mushrooms
Buttery sautéed mushrooms like cremini or white button caps make the ultimate vessels for a rich lobster filling. I like to mix the minced lobster with cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, and a touch of cayenne for a stuffing that pops with flavor. Broil the stuffed caps briefly until hot and melted.
2. Lobster Salad on Endive
For an update on classic shrimp cocktail, spoon chunks of lobster salad onto Belgian endive leaves. The crunchy endive provides the perfect crispy, cup-shaped base for the salad made with minced lobster, mayo, celery, lemon juice and pepper.
3. Lobster-Topped Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a familiar party food, but you can make them next level with a dollop of minced lobster on top. I mix the lobster with the egg yolk filling along with mustard, hot sauce, and dill. Top each halved egg with a little extra lobster as garnish.
4. Lobster Nachos
Game day nachos are even better loaded up with lobster! Build layers of tortilla chips, Monterey jack cheese, sliced jalapeños, pico de gallo, guacamole and lastly, a generous helping of minced lobster meat. The lobster adds its signature flavor to this fun finger food.
Minced Lobster Shines in Soups and Salads
The mild flavor and soft texture of minced lobster works wonderfully in soups, chowders and fresh salads. Here are some stellar lobster recipes to try in the soup and salad realm:
5. Lobster Corn Chowder
By cooking minced lobster gently in this creamy chowder, you get fantastic texture and flavor. The chowder also contains corn, potatoes, onion, garlic, and thyme. Finish it with a swirl of heavy cream and a sprinkling of parsley. It’s pure comfort food!
6. Lobster Caesar Salad
Transform a Caesar salad by swapping chicken for lobster! A bed of crisp romaine lettuce gets topped with parmesan, croutons and a creamy dressing, while the minced lobster provides a sweet accent throughout. You can even mix some of the lobster into the dressing itself
7. Lobster Rolls
These New England-style sandwiches are a summer classic for good reason. Tuck chunks of lobster salad made with celery lemon juice and mayo into a toasted buttered hot dog bun. The soft toasted bun contrasts perfectly with the chilled lobster filling.
8. Lobster Bisque
For the ultimate rich and decadent soup, you can’t go wrong with lobster bisque. Simmer minced lobster shells to make a deeply flavored broth, then puree with cream and sherry. Finish the bisque with minced lobster meat and a drizzle of cognac for luxury in a bowl.
Elevate Your Main Dishes with Lobster
Minced lobster can transform everything from pasta to seafood dishes when used as a flavorful ingredient or topping. These recipes put lobster center stage:
9. Lobster Mac and Cheese
Everyone’s favorite comfort food feels totally indulgent with lobster! Simply fold minced lobster into macaroni tossed with a classic cheese sauce made of cheddar, parmesan, butter and milk. Top with panko breadcrumbs and more cheese and broil until browned and bubbly.
10. Lobster Alfredo
Pasta in creamy alfredo sauce gets a luxury treatment with sweet minced lobster meat stirred in. I love linguine or fettuccine as the pasta choice. Shrimp and scallops also pair nicely for a true seafood extravaganza.
11. Lobster Risotto
The creamy rice and seafood combination of lobster risotto is incredible. Cook arborio rice in broth and white wine, then stir in Parmesan and butter. Fold in bite size pieces of lobster at the end to gently heat through. The richness of the risotto complements the lobster perfectly.
12. Lobster Omelette
For a weekend brunch crowd-pleaser, make an omelette filled with lobster! I sauté minced lobster with scallions first, then pour egg mixture into the pan and cook until just set. Fold over and top with hollandaise sauce for an elegant omelette.
Get Creative with Leftover Lobster
As you can see, there are so many possibilities beyond just eating lobster rolls or lobster with drawn butter. I hope these recipes have sparked some inspiration for how to use minced lobster meat creatively in your own cooking.
Whether you have lobster leftover from a whole cooked lobster dinner, or you bought prepared minced lobster meat from the market, put it to delicious use in chowders, pastas, salads, and more. With its uniquely sweet flavor and luxurious cachet, lobster brings a special touch to all kinds of dishes.
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