Seasoning for Lobster: 15 Flavors to Grab for Tonight

If you like seafood, there’s nothing better than treating your taste buds to some creamy and delicious lobster!

Lobster meat is tender and delicious with a subtle clean flavor, but you can still enjoy it in a variety of ways.

You might be wondering: “what seasoning is good for lobster?”

In today’s guide, I’ll walk you through 15 different ideas to try out as seasoning for lobster.

Let’s dive right in!

1. Garlic Lemon Butter

Starting off with one of the best seasoning for grilled lobster tail out there.

In fact, if this is your first time cooking lobster yourself, you should definitely start with it!

Broiling your lobsters keeps the meat juicy and dipping them in garlic lemon butter is the best way to give it that rich savory flavor we all know and love!

2. Cajun Seasoning

Cajun seasoning is easily one of my favorite spice mixes but it’s super easy to prepare at home while adding tons of flavor to all kinds of meat!

The all-purpose seasoning has a bold spicy flavor thanks to the smoked paprika and cayenne pepper along with a subtle earthiness due to the garlic and herbs.

The combination really hits the spots with the tenderness of the lobster meat.

You can also combine it with garlic butter for an even richer flavor!

3. White Wine Butter Sauce

Another way to truly indulge yourself while enjoying lobster is to smother it in white wine butter sauce!

The luxurious “Beurre Blanc” sauce has a bright tangy flavor that perfectly complements the subtle taste of lobster. 

The shallots also have a subtle sweetness that balance out the sharpness while giving a complex and unique flavor to the lobster.

For these reasons and more, I find it the best seasoning for lobster tail!

4. Sofrito Sauce

This recipe is known as “enchilado de langosta”, which is a tasty lobster seasoning style that is a staple in Cuban cuisine.

The recipe mainly relies on sofrito sauce along with sazon and adobo.

These are Latin spice mixes that you can prepare at home or buy directly from a store.

Keep in mind that sofrito is quite pungent, so you might want to combine the lobsters with some rice or mashed potato to balance out the flavor.

5. Butter Searing

If you’re in a hurry but you still want to enjoy some delicious and perfectly cooked lobster tails, you should try this seasoning for lobster tail!

A good tip here is to combine the butter with some vegetable oil to prevent the grease from burning off.

The garlic and parsley will add a delicious earthy note to the flavor while the lemon will give it the acidic kick it needs!

6. Lobster Ravioli with Butter Cream Sauce

If you want to take your lobster dinner to the next level, you should consider this ravioli recipe with butter cream sauce.

The recipe might be exquisite and a little time consuming but the taste is seriously worth the effort!

This sauce works very well with all kinds of seafood as well as fish because the buttery smooth texture and the tangy lemon flavor brighten up the taste!

7. Parmesan Crusted Lobster

If you want to try out something truly unique, you shouldn’t think twice about trying the parmesan crusted lobster!

One trick to make your lobsters extra juicy is to add some mayonnaise to the recipe. 

Also, make sure that you use high quality crumbs for a crispy bite!

You can also try out parmesan crusting in an oven or an air fryer if you want to use less oil, which is a much healthier alternative than deep frying!

8. Salsa Verde

A lot of people like to use salsa verde with chicken, veggies, and chorizo.

For me, I find it a brilliant choice to give lobster the tart and refreshing flavor you might be looking for!

The ideal level of heat for salsa verde here is mild so that it doesn’t overtake the lobster flavor, although you can kick it up a notch if you’re really into spicy food.

If you can’t make your own salsa verde, you can find plenty of good store-bought options in the international section.

9. Thousand Island Sauce

Although it’s often used as dressing for sandwiches, thousand island sauce is also a great pick if you want to mix up the flavor of lobster, crab, and shrimp!

The sauce blends in very well with cooked lobster tails and provides a creamier consistency while doing a little flavor dance on your palate!

This video shows you the easiest way to prepare thousand island sauce at home.

You can also add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce if you want some extra sour flavor.

10. Sous Vide Lobster

Sous vide lobster is one of the best ways to make your lobster sweet and tender. 

It’s also remarkably easy and yields consistent results for beginners!

The main ingredients for this recipe are lobster tails, butter, and lemon wedges. 

However, you can add plenty of herbs and spices like fennel seeds, saffron, or shallots.

11. Boiling in Sprite!

This might be the most bizarre way to cook lobsters but it surprisingly works!

Not only that, but the recipe is remarkably easy, as you only need sprite and salt to make it work!

According to the video at 0:18, you need 1 liter (0.26 gallons) of sprite for every lobster. 

The lobster is cooked on medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes or until the shell changes color.

Of course, this seasoning for lobster boil can be a little too sweet for some people. 

If you want to try out a milder version, you can dilute the sprite with 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of vinegar.

12. Deep Fried Lobster

Some of the most enjoyable things in life are the simplest, and that perfectly applies to seasoning seafood.

Even if it’s to add a bump or twist to your lobster based appetizers!

To give the lobster tails more taste, you’ll need to add some garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika to the dry flour mixture.

A good trick here is also to brush some yellow mustard on the lobster tails before coating them with the frying batter.

13. Lobster Mac and Cheese 

If you like mac and cheese, you can combine it with some boiled lobster to create an outstanding dish that is delicious and enjoyable for all the family!

The best thing about mac and cheese style lobster is that you can also use leftovers to prepare it, whether it’s claw or tail meat. 

You won’t have to look for a unique combination of spices to add flavor to the lobster but you can always add more condiments if need be.

14. Cilantro Sauce

Cilantro sauce is another great way to add a bright herbal flavor to your lobsters. 

Additionally, the greens in this sauce are quite healthy, as they’re packed with antioxidants and vitamins!

The sauce is also rich in citrus zest but is still floral and highly fragrant.

That’s why cilantro sauce is ideal for those who are sensitive to fishy odors.

15. Use Soft-Shelled, Cold-Water Lobsters

Lastly, one of the easiest methods to instantly improve the taste of your lobsters is to start with better ones.

Ideally, while buying lobsters, you should go for cold-water lobsters, especially the ones with soft shells. 

The meat on those lobsters is usually one the sweeter side and not as fishy. 

Additionally, shiny doesn’t always mean fresher.

Some lobsters are soaked in sodium tripolyphosphate to achieve this look, which ends up tasting like ammonia!

To avoid that, make sure that you’re buying the lobster from a reputable seller and check the lobster’s claws for cleanliness.

This is another telltale sign of a soft shell lobster.

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This marks the end of today’s guide about the best seasoning for lobster, and as you can see, there’s no shortage of ideas if you want to enjoy something new!

Try them on your grilled or boiled lobster tails, or heck even on one of your favorite imitation lobster recipes.

The versatility and tenderness of the crustacean make it very easy to even combine some of these seasoning ideas to come up with something completely new!