Preparing lobster correctly

A simple guide to perfectly cooked lobster

Lobster tails and lobster meat have established themselves in the world of gastronomy and cuisine as an indispensable part of festive menus. Their prominent position on festive tables is the result of a long history of culinary appreciation.We will show you step by step how best to prepare lobster tails, how to trigger the tender lobster meat and the recommended quantity per person to transform your festive table into a culinary experience.

Preparing the lobster tail

Step by step to the perfect result

  1. Thaw the lobster tail overnight in the refrigerator
  2. Place on a wooden or metal skewer to prevent it from curling during the cooking process
  3. Bring the water to the boil in a large pan and salt generously. The water should only simmer gently. Cooking time: Adjust the cooking time depending on the size of the tail: About 1 minute per 100g of lobster tail is recommended. On average, the cooking process takes about 3 minutes
  4. Remove the lobster tail from the water with a slotted spoon and immediately place in a bowl of ice water. This stops the cooking process and the meat retains its tenderness
  5. Slice the cooked lobster tail in half lengthwise and then remove the meat from the shell with a spoon or knife
  6. Arrange the lobster tail on a plate and serve with lemon wedges or a butter sauce/dip as desired.

NOTE: These instructions also apply to langoustine tails such as the Tristan langoustine. Note, however, that langoustines are slightly smaller and therefore cook a little faster.

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Prepared lobster meat

The right amount of lobster per person

  • Appetizer: If lobster is served as an appetizer, half a lobster tail per person may be sufficient, especially if there are other courses or side dishes.
  • Main course: If lobster is the main course and no other protein-rich main dishes are served, you can expect a whole lobster tail per person. An average lobster tail weighs around 200-250 grams.
  • Luxurious feast: For particularly festive occasions or if the lobster is the highlight of the meal, you can even consider up to 350-400 grams of lobster per person.

Our recommendations:

Europäischer Hummerschwanz mit Schale auf weißem Teller
European lobster tail

in shell

from  CHF 27.99*

Kanadischer Hummer-Tail fotografiert auf weißem Teller

MEER-Rabatt

Canadian lobster tail

in shell

CHF 22.99*

CHF 19.16 /100g

Tristan Languste auf weißem Teller, von oben fotografiert
Tristan lobster tail

In shell

from  CHF 17.99*

Halber kanadischer Hummer mit Schale und Scheren auf weißem Teller
Canadian lobster, halved

with head, Shell & scissors

CHF 24.99*

CHF 156.19 /kg

Zwei halbierte europäische Hummerschwänze mit Schale vor weißem Hintergrund
European lobster tail, halved

in shell

CHF 28.99*

CHF 263.55 /kg

Ausgelöstes Scheren-und Schwanzfleisch eines europäischen Hummers auf weißem Teller
European lobster

tail & claws meat, raw

from  CHF 42.99*

Broken Meat vom europäischen Hummer auf einem weißen Teller
European lobster meat

broken meat

CHF 59.99*

CHF 239.96 /kg

Belfond Hummerfond im Glas
Lobster stock

In the glas

CHF 8.99*

CHF 37.46 /l

Ausgelöster kanadischer Hummer auf einem weißen Teller

MEER-Rabatt

Canadian lobster

tail & claws meat, raw

from  CHF 34.99*

Hummer, Kanada, Scheren- und Gelenkfleisch auf weißem Teller
Canadian lobster, claw & knuckle meat

Claw and knuckle meat

CHF 44.99*

CHF 179.96 /kg

Ausgelöstes Fleisch vom kanadischen Hummer auf weißem Teller

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Canadian lobster meat

broken meat

CHF 44.99*

CHF 179.96 /kg

Suppenteller mit aufgetauter Hummer Bouillon von oben fotografiert

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Lobster bouillon

Base for soups & sauces

from  CHF 13.99*