Mediterranean Baked Lobster with Olive Crumbs

Name: Mediterranean Baked Lobster with Olive Crumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Two 2-pound live lobsters, split lengthwise, head sacs and intestinal veins removed, tomalley reserved; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 cups finely diced stale coarse-textured bread; 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley; 1/4 coarsely chopped Nicoise or Gaeta olives; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon balsamic or aged-red-wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; Salt and freshly ground pepper; Lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 450.
2
With the back of a large knife or with a mallet, crack the claws and the knuckles all over.
3
Rub the exposed lobster meat with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
4
In a medium bowl, toss the bread with the parsley, olives, lemon juice, vinegar, lemon zest, the reserved tomalley and the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil.
5
Set the split lobsters, cut side up, on a large baking sheet.
6
Season with salt and pepper and spread the stuffing over the bodies and tails, mounding it generously.
7
Bake in the upper third of the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the stuffing is crusty and the meat pulls away from the shell.
8
Serve at once with lemon wedges.

146

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Two 2-pound live lobsters, split lengthwise, head sacs and intestinal veins removed, tomalley reserved, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 cups finely diced stale coarse-textured bread, 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Baked Lobster with Olive Crumbs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!