I teach you how to have a lobster bake at home. This is an ideal meal for entertaining. Make ahead, easy clean up, and LOBSTER!
Summer in New England means one thing – LOBSTER! From June until September we have a lot of family and friends visiting us. It’s funny, we’ve lived all over the country and no one ever really wanted to visit us before. Now that we live on Cape Cod, everyone all of the sudden wants to see us. Hmmm…. interesting…. If you plan to visit, don’t miss out on exploring local attractions as highlighted in our guide on 5 Things to Do in Falmouth, MA.
There is a better than good chance that if you come to my house you will have a traditional lobster dinner. I love making this for people because it is a.) SO New England b.) it is all prep, very little hands on and c.) super easy to clean up. I’ve made this so many times, and each time it is just as fun and special as the first. Everyone hangs out, has a drink before dinner, plays a little corn hole or ring toss, and it is completely relaxed and chill. And if you’re curious about pairing sides with your lobster bake, why not try our Val’s Corn Pudding?
The true traditional New England lobster bake is usually prepared in a pit on the beach, lined with heated stones. Wet seaweed is layered between piles of clams, lobsters, potatoes and corn on the cob. After cooking, the meal is then piled on a picnic table for a hearty and festive family feast.
Is it Better to Boil or Steam Lobster
I have tried to cook lobster both ways and personally I think lobster that is steamed tends to make the lobster meat more tender. However if you are have a lobster bake for a big number of people it is easier and more convenient to boil as you can cook quite a few lobsters at a time.
Tips and Tricks for a Perfect Lobster Bake
Steaming the lobster: Cooking the lobster in a steamer ensure a tender meat because it prevents excess water infiltrating the meat
Cleaning up: The key to an easy clean up is to serve it in disposable foil pans. In New England, we have Ocean State Job Lots and Christmas Tree Shop. They sell these pans, and are less than a dollar apiece. I stock up and buy 50 at the beginning of the season. (They are also my pan of choice for making marshmallows which I make about 100 times a summer.) I put down a disposable table cloth, and a few rolls of paper towels.
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FAQ
What is a traditional lobster bake?
How do you serve lobster to a crowd?
What do you drink at a lobster bake?
How do you cook live lobster?
Clambakes have historically been cooked in holes dug in the sand with hot stones and seaweed. While this makes an excellent presentation, the truth is that our conventional ovens, pots, and pans do a much better job. The recommended way to cook live lobsters is to steam them. You’ll need a large pot, a steamer basket, and some salt.
What is a Maine lobster bake in a pot?
Step by step instructions for preparing a traditional Maine Lobster Bake in a pot. This is a complete meal of lobster, clams, corn, and potatoes.
How long do you cook lobster in the oven?
To create a little steam you can add a splash of water if desired. Bake the lobster in the preheated oven for 22 to 27 minutes, checking halfway through. You can brush on additional flavored butter at this time if you desire. Serve with melted butter and lemon wedges if desired.
How do you cook potatoes in a lobster pot?
Pour one gallon of sea water into a large lobster pot. Place half of the seaweed over the water and add the potatoes, they take the longest to cook so give them a head start. Put the lid on the pot and heat over high heat bringing the water to a boil. Reduce to a steady simmer, set a timer and let the potatoes cook for 5 minutes.