Fish
Lobster
Lobster is a valued seafood ingredient prized for its sweet, firm, rich character and versatility across grilling, roasting, poaching, curing, and raw preparations where appropriate. Species, freshness, and handling strongly influence texture, flavour, and suitability for different cooking methods. From coastal markets to restaurant kitchens worldwide, lobster appears in regional cuisines shaped by local fishing traditions, seasonality, and preservation methods. Understanding species, cut, and provenance helps match the right product to the intended dish.
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Breeds, cuts & preparations
Variety
Source
Provenance
Preparation
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Grading systems
Canada — LFA Grading
CAN Grade A · CAN Grade B · Processing Grade
United States — Maine Lobster
Culls · Grade A · Grade B
History
Coastal and river fishing for lobster and related species supplied essential protein long before agriculture spread globally.
Salting, drying, smoking, and fermenting extended the shelf life of lobster and enabled long-distance trade.
Ice preservation and railway transport brought fresh lobster to inland cities beyond fishing ports.
Industrial freezing, aquaculture, and global logistics made lobster widely available in international markets.