Best 6 Lobster Cocktail Recipes

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Indulge in a classic seafood delicacy with our Lobster Cocktail recipes. These culinary gems transform succulent lobster meat into a refreshing and flavorful appetizer or main course. Discover variations that cater to diverse preferences, including traditional styles with a tangy cocktail sauce, light and zesty versions with a citrusy dressing, and even a creamy avocado-based sauce for a rich and indulgent twist. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring you create a restaurant-worthy dish that wows your guests. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the beauty of fresh lobster and tantalizes your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOBSTER SALAD COCKTAIL



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 stalk finely chopped celery
1 finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
3 lobster tails cooked (about 1 pound lobster meat), chopped
Lemon slices, for garnish
Dry rub, for garnish (recommended: Neelys)

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper, celery, shallot, tarragon and chives in a bowl.
  • Add lobster meat to mayonnaise sauce and combine.
  • Rub the rim of 4 martini glasses with a lemon. Dip the rim in some dry rub. Divide the lobster salad between the 4 glasses. Garnish with dry rub and lemon slices.

LOBSTER AND MANGO COCKTAIL



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Categories     Appetizer     Mango     Lobster     Summer     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons Cognac
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
four 1 1/2-pound live lobsters
3 firm-ripe mangoes
1 cup finely diced celery
4 whole Belgian endives plus 12 leaves for garnish
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives plus 24 whole chives for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, the yogurt, the Cognac, the ketchup, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste and chill sauce, covered. Plunge the lobsters into a large kettle of boiling salted water and boil them, covered, for 10 minutes. Transfer the lobsters with tongs to a bowl and let them cool until they can be handled. Crack the shells, remove the meat, and cut it into 3/4-inch pieces. Transfer the lobster meat to a large bowl and chill it, covered. The lobster cocktail may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance.
  • Halve the mangoes by cutting just to the sides of each pit and, using a 3/4-inch melon-ball cutter, scoop the flesh from the mango halves. (There should be about 2 cups.) To the lobster meat add the mango balls, the celery, the whole endives, trimmed and sliced thin crosswise, the minced chives, and the sauce and toss mixture until it is combined. Divide the lobster mixture among 12 chilled small glasses and garnish each serving with 1 of the endive leaves and 2 of the whole chives.

LOBSTER COCKTAIL



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups dry white wine
2 sticks unsalted butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 3-pound whole Maine lobsters
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 Meyer lemons, juiced
2 sprigs fresh tarragon, leaves stripped from the stems and chopped, plus more for garnish
4 brioche rolls, cut into large pieces
4 ounces micro cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F. Have a large ice water bath standing by.
  • In a shallow saucepan, add the white wine, butter and 2 cups water, along with a pinch of salt. Turn the heat on to medium-high. Once the liquid comes to a low simmer, add the lobsters and cook for about 8 minutes. Carefully remove the lobsters from the water and immediately plunge into the ice water bath; let sit until cool to the touch. Remove the lobster meat from the claws and tails and roughly chop. Keep chilled until ready to use.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, sugar, celery, lemon juice, tarragon, salt and pepper, and stir to thoroughly combine. Add the chopped lobster meat and stir to combine.
  • Place the brioche pieces on a sheet tray and put in the oven to toast, tossing every minute or so to toast evenly, about 5 minutes total.
  • Evenly divide the bread pieces in the bottom of stemless cocktail glasses. Top with the lobster salad, tarragon and micro cilantro.

LOBSTER SALAD COCKTAIL



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Make and share this Lobster Salad Cocktail recipe from Food.com.

Provided by frozenmargarita

Categories     Lobster

Time 10m

Yield 4 glasses, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 lemon, juiced
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 stalk finely chopped celery
1 finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
3 lobster tails, cooked chopped (about 1 pound lobster meat)
lemon slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper, celery, shallot, tarragon and chives in a bowl.
  • Add lobster meat to mayonnaise sauce and combine.
  • Rub the rim of 4 martini glasses with a lemon. Dip the rim in some dry rub. Divide the lobster salad between the 4 glasses. Garnish with lemon slices.

WARM LOBSTER AND CRAB COCKTAIL



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (1 pound) lobsters
1 cup buerre blanc, warm (recipe follows)
2 tablespoons butter
3 ounces crabmeat
10 chives, sliced thin
2 ounces leek sauce (recipe follows)
Blood orange sauce (recipe follows)
1 chopped shallot
2 ounces white wine
2 ounces cream
8 ounces cold cubed butter
2 ounces lobster stock
1 cup tightly packed chopped green leeks
1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon cold cubed butter
1/4 cup ice cubes
5 large blood oranges

Steps:

  • Remove the claws and tails from the lobsters. The bodies may be used for stock. Boil the claws for 4 minutes and the tails for 3 minutes, until they are just barely cooked with some translucency left in the middle. Remove the claws and tails from the shell, cut the tails into 3 even medallions. Put the 6 medallions and 2 claws in a small saucepan with the buerre blanc Warm the butter in a small saucepan and fold in the crabmeat and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange 3 medallions on each serving plate, and put a spoonful of the crabmeat in the center. Top with a claw.
  • Warm the green leek and blood orange sauces separately, and spoon each sauce around the lobster and crab.
  • Reduce the shallots and white wine until almost dry in small saucepan. Add cream and reduce by half. Whisk in butter. Hold warm;
  • In a medium saucepan bring the lobster stock to a boil. Stir in the leeks until all are submerged and cook 1 1/2 minutes until tender. Transfer to a blender and add the cubed butter. Blend until the butter is melted. Then add the ice cubes with the blender running. Blend until smooth. Pass through a chinois and season with salt and pepper. Finish cooling in ice bath.
  • Juice the oranges and pass through a chinois. In a small saucepot, reduce to a syrupy consistency. Hold at room temperature

LOBSTER COCKTAIL



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What an awesome appetizer for a dinner party You can sub lobster meat for shrimp or crab just be sure to garnish accordingly.

Provided by R.Rowand

Categories     Lobster

Time 5m

Yield 6 glasses, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lobster meat, cooked
1/4 cup catsup
2 tablespoons sherry wine
1 tablespoon hot grated horseradish
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons chives, chopped
2 teaspoons capers, chopped
6 leaves lettuce
6 lobster claws

Steps:

  • Dice the lobster meat.
  • In a mixing bowl blend catsup, sherry, horseradish, cayenne, lemon juice, chives and capers.
  • Add lobster meat.
  • Place lettuce leaves in 6 champagne glasses top with mixture and garnish with lobster claw and serve.

Tips:

  • Select Live Lobster: Choose live lobsters for optimal freshness and flavor. Ensure they are active and have a vibrant blue-greenish color.
  • Cooking Lobster: Boil the lobsters in salted water. Drop them headfirst into rapidly boiling water to ensure even cooking. Once the water returns to a boil, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
  • Cooking Time: Cooking time depends on the size of the lobsters. As a general rule, allow 10-12 minutes per pound for hard-shell lobsters and 7-8 minutes per pound for soft-shell lobsters.
  • Chilling Lobster: After cooking, immediately transfer the lobsters to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their texture.
  • Lobster Cocktail Sauce: Make your cocktail sauce from scratch using simple ingredients like ketchup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and spices. Adjust the proportions to achieve your desired flavor balance.
  • Garnishing: Elevate the presentation of your lobster cocktail by garnishing it with fresh herbs like chives, dill, or parsley, and a wedge of lemon.

Conclusion:

Lobster cocktail is a timeless classic that combines the succulent flavors of lobster with a tangy and creamy sauce. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even as a filling for sandwiches. With careful selection of ingredients and attention to cooking techniques, you can create a delicious and impressive lobster cocktail that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe provides all the necessary guidance to help you master this culinary gem.

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