Keto Lobster Recipes: Indulge in Decadent Low-Carb Delights

For those embracing a ketogenic lifestyle, the idea of indulging in rich, flavorful dishes might seem challenging. However, with the versatility of lobster, a naturally low-carb and protein-rich seafood, the possibilities are endless. This article explores a variety of keto-friendly lobster recipes, from creamy bisques to satisfying salads and even innovative taco creations.

Keto Lobster Scampi with Hearts of Palm "Pasta"

This lobster scampi recipe offers a guilt-free way to enjoy a pasta-like dish while staying within your carb limits. The secret? Replacing traditional pasta with Hearts of Palm noodles, a low-carb vegetable alternative.

Ingredients:

• 2 packages of Angel Hair Hearts of Palm Noodles (Natural Heaven brand recommended)
• 4 5 oz. Lobster tails
• 2 tbsp. Ghee (clarified butter), divided
• Minced garlic, to taste
• Diced shallot, to taste
• Lemon juice, to taste
• Lemon zest, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lobster Tails: Using kitchen shears, cut down the middle of the lobster shell to the fin. Pry open the shell to reveal the meat.
2. Boil the Lobster: Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add the lobster tails and cook until they turn bright red and the meat is white and tender (about 1 minute per ounce). Remove the tails and chop the meat into chunks.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and diced shallot and cook for 3-4 minutes.
4. Combine and Cook: Add the Hearts of Palm noodles to the skillet. Add the remaining ghee, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped lobster. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

Alternatives:

If you don't have Hearts of Palm noodles, spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles can be used as a substitute. For those not watching carbs, feel free to use traditional pasta.

Keto Grilled Lobster Tails with Creole Butter

Perfect for summer gatherings, these grilled lobster tails are elevated with a flavorful creole butter.

Creole Butter Ingredients:

• Softened butter
• Minced garlic
• Creole seasoning
• Chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Make the Creole Butter: Combine softened butter, garlic, Creole seasoning, and parsley in a small bowl. Mix well until blended.
2. Prepare Lobster Tails: Cut the lobster tails in half or cut through the bottom to release the meat from the shell.
3. Grill: Grill the lobster tails, basting with the Creole butter.

Keto Lobster Casserole

This casserole combines lobster meat with a creamy sauce and a crispy pork rind topping for a comforting and satisfying keto meal.

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Lobster meat (uncooked)
• 1 1/4 c. Heavy whipping cream
• 1 c. Chopped onion
• 1 tbsp. Olive oil
• 1 tbsp. Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp. Chicken bone broth
• 2 tbsp. Chopped fresh basil
• 1 tsp. Garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 c. Crushed pork rind crumbs
• 2 tbsp. Melted unsalted butter
• 1/2 c. Shredded gruyere cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C).
2. Cook Lobster: In a small saucepan, cook the lobster meat in heavy whipping cream over medium heat until it reaches a low boil. Strain the lobster meat, reserving the cream.
3. Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chopped onion until browned and tender.
4. Deglaze Pan: Pour in lemon juice and chicken bone broth, scraping the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 30 seconds.
5. Combine Sauce: Add the reserved cream, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the skillet.
6. Add Lobster: Add the cooked lobster meat and simmer for 3-5 minutes to allow the cream mixture to cook down.
7. Prepare Topping: In a small mixing bowl, combine crushed pork rind crumbs, shredded gruyere cheese, and melted unsalted butter.
8. Bake: Pour the lobster mixture into a casserole dish and top with the pork rind crumb mixture. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the top is browned and bubbly.

Keto Lobster Bisque

This creamy and flavorful soup is a perfect starter or light meal for a keto diet. It's rich, decadent, and surprisingly easy to make.

Ingredients:

• Lobster tails
• Olive oil
• Onion and garlic
• Dry white wine
• Worcestershire sauce (low carb)
• Celery salt, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper
• Tomato paste
• Lobster stock (reserved from cooking lobster)
• Heavy cream
• Butter

Instructions:

1. Boil Lobster Tails: Boil lobster tails for 6-8 minutes, or until shells are bright red. Remove tails to cool, and reserve the water to use as lobster stock.
2. Make Lobster Stock: Remove meat from shells, then return the shells to the water and boil for another 10 minutes. Strain the lobster stock using a fine mesh strainer, and reserve 2 cups.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add olive oil to a medium-sized saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic for about 5 minutes.
4. Add Wine and Seasonings: Slowly add the wine, then stir in the Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Stir in the tomato paste and reserved lobster stock. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
5. Puree Soup: Puree the mixture in a blender or use a stick blender in the pot until smooth.
6. Finish: Return the mixture to the pot, if needed, and add in the heavy cream and butter.
7. Thicken (Optional): The soup can be thickened with glucomannan powder, xanthan gum, and or guar gum.

Keto Lobster Roll Salad

Enjoy the flavors of a classic lobster roll without the carbs by making a lobster salad. Serve it in lettuce cups or with keto-friendly buns.

Ingredients:

• Lobster meat
• Mayonnaise
• Celery (optional)
• Green onions (optional)
• Lemon juice
• Mustard
• Salt and pepper
• Lettuce leaves or keto hot dog buns

Instructions:

1. Prepare Lobster: Sprinkle lobster meat with lemon juice and chill.
2. Make Dressing: Mix mayonnaise with mustard and season with salt and pepper. Add finely chopped celery and thinly sliced green onions, if desired.
3. Assemble Salad: Arrange lettuce leaves on a salad dish. Place lobster meat on the lettuce and add a spoonful of dressing to each serving.
4. Serve: Alternatively, serve the lobster salad in keto hot dog buns for a lobster roll experience.

Sriracha Lobster Roll Tacos (Keto-Friendly Adaptation)

A spicy and innovative twist on the classic lobster roll, these tacos use cabbage leaves instead of traditional tortillas for a low-carb option.

Ingredients:

• Lobster meat
• Mayonnaise
• Sriracha sauce
• Coconut aminos
• Lime juice
• Parsley
• Scallions
• Togarashi (Japanese chili powder)
• Shaved cabbage

Instructions:

1. Cook Lobster: Steam fresh lobsters until fully cooked, then shock in cold water immediately. Harvest chilled lobster meat and chop into small bite-size chunks.
2. Make Dressing: Mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, coconut aminos, lime juice, parsley, scallions, and togarashi.
3. Combine: Gently fold the lobster meat into the dressing.
4. Assemble Tacos: Assemble tacos by layering shaved cabbage topped with the lobster roll mixture.

Kohlrabi Linguini with Lobster and Garlic

This dish features kohlrabi noodles as a low-carb alternative to pasta, highlighting the flavors of lobster and garlic.

Ingredients:

• Lobster meat
• Kohlrabi linguini
• Ghee
• Garlic (smashed, sliced, and grated)
• Lemon juice
• Chicken broth
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Sauté Garlic: In a medium skillet, add ghee and smashed garlic cloves, then bring to medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until browned. Remove and discard the garlic cloves.
2. Cook Noodles: Increase heat to medium-high and add lemon juice, chicken broth, a generous few pinches of salt and pepper, and bring back to a simmer. Add kohlrabi linguini and cook until the broth is absorbed.
3. Add Lobster: Add lobster and toss until lobster is hot and cooked through (about 2 more minutes).
4. Finish: Flash in the pan with grated garlic.

Keto Cloverleaf Lobster Rolls

These lobster rolls use keto-friendly cloverleaf rolls as a substitute for traditional buns.

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Ingredients:

• Lobster meat
• Mayonnaise
• Celery
• Fresh parsley
• Fresh chives
• Lemon juice
• Keto Cloverleaf Rolls

Instructions:

1. Prepare Keto Cloverleaf Rolls: Make the Keto Cloverleaf Rolls according to the recipe.
2. Prepare Lobster Salad: Place the cooked lobster meat in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced lemon rind, celery, and herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Assemble Rolls: Pull the Cloverleaf Rolls open slightly. Pile the lobster into the hole and on top of the roll.

Tips for Cooking Lobster

• Freshness: Lobster is best when fresh. Live lobster is the freshest option.
• Cooking Live Lobster: Cook lobsters while they’re still alive for safety. Lobsters are susceptible to bacteria that can be harmful if the lobster dies before cooking.
• Humane Method: If you're concerned about cooking live lobster, you can place them in the freezer for about 45 minutes to "put them to sleep."
• Cooking Time: Steam fresh lobsters for about 15 minutes until fully cooked. Boil lobster tails for 6-8 minutes, or until shells are bright red.
• Yield: A 1 1/4 lb. lobster will yield approximately 4 oz. of lobster meat.

Where to Buy Lobster

• LobsterAnywhere: A trusted source for Maine lobster delivery, offering live lobsters, lobster tails, lobster claws, and lobster meat.
• Local Seafood Market: Check your local seafood market for fresh or frozen lobster.
• Grocery Store: Look for frozen lobster tails in the seafood section of your grocer's freezer.

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