Morton Bay Bug Salad with Mango-Ginger Dressing

Name: Morton Bay Bug Salad with Mango-Ginger Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 gallon water; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 Morton Bay Bug (1 1/4 pound lobster may be substituted), cooked and chopped; 1 mango, peeled, deseeded, diced; 1/2 tablespoon peeled and chopped ginger; 1 red chile, chopped; 2 lemons, juiced; 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Salt and pepper; 4 cups spring greens

Servings: persons

1
Bring 1 gallon of water to boil with 2 tablespoons of salt.
2
Add bay bug (or lobster) and boil for 12 minutes.
3
Drain water and chill.
4
Separate claws and tail and discard body.
5
Crack shells of claws and tail and remove meat.
6
Dice the meat.
7
In a blender, combine mango, ginger, chile, and lemon juice.
8
Blend while slowly drizzling in olive oil.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
In mixing bowl, combine bay bugs (or lobster) and spring greens.
11
Add dressing.
12
Toss and serve.

561

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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: 1 gallon water, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 Morton Bay Bug (1 1/4 pound lobster may be substituted), cooked and chopped, 1 mango, peeled, deseeded, diced, and more.

Yes, Morton Bay Bug Salad with Mango-Ginger Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Morton Bay Bug Salad with Mango-Ginger Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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