As you might know, lobsters are a delicacy in many countries. This is the case because of the rarity of lobster that is not boiled before consumption.
Unfortunately, this means that people who do not have a lobstervision must pay more for their lobstèperò. The higher price does not mean that it is better than other seafoods, though. In fact, it can be as expensive as or even more expensive than steak!
This article will talk about why lobster is so expensive and what you can do to get it for less. When we say get it for less, we mean cook it in the same way that you would eat chicken or beef: grilled or cooked rare.
Grilled or cooked lobster should be cut into similar size pieces to get some steak-like quality out of it. Using whole claw arms can also make it look like they were cooked in two directions which is why one piece looks like two pieces.
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High demand
A well-known fact is that people will would pay a lot of money for an olive branch. An olive branch is one of the most rare commodities in the world and it is expensive!
If you asked anyone where the best places to get a lobster, they would probably say Thailand or Australia, two countries with very short memories of luxury seafood dishes.
What makes Thailand and Australia so special about their lobster? Is it because they taste better than what you get at home or that it looks better when cooked?
The answer to both questions is yes! While fresh Maine lobsters can cost around $5 per piece, if you wanted to cook three of them, you would have to buy nine fresh lobsters. This is because there are only two ways to prepare a lobster in Australia and Thailand. The first way to cook it, you split it open and then put all of its legs together and put a pot on top to cook it. The second way to cook it, you split it open and then puts its meat on its shell inside of the pot.
These two ways are not identical but one requires no change in color or shape of the lobster as they cook their pots.
It’s a luxury food
Most people don’t have a lot of money so lobster is kind of a luxury foodfeld. You can buy it at many places, like in the shell or as a table side dish.
At around $25 for a large piece, it is also very expensive foodfeld. A small mouthful can be enough to make you want more!
Because of its high price, most people only eat a few pieces per session and keep changing restaurants because of the flavor! This spoils the experience for others who want to try it but doesn’t want to pay $25++ per piece.
It is true that if you are looking for quality, then lobster is not as expensive as steak or seafood courses are. However, compared to other foods and meals, lobster really can be expensive.
Contains many nutrients
People pay a lot of money for lobsters because they contain many nutrients that are important to our health. Lobsters have a very high protein content which is important for building and maintaining muscle in the body.
Protein is one of the major constituents of food and one of its main components. Protein helps to build and maintain tissue, such as muscle, bones, and teeth. This is important when we look at the long-term as it contributes to proper functioning of the body.
Lobsters also contain lots of vitamins and minerals that are important to our health. These include iron, vitamin D, and potassium.
Difficult to catch
While lobsters are not very rare in the U.S., they are very difficult to find. Imports can cost thousands of dollars due to sold-out quotas!
If you’re a lobster lover, you might want to look into buying one soon! Sold in pairs, a two-pound lobster will cost around $40 ($20 for one lobster and $20 for both). A six-pound lobster will cost closer to $90 ($30 for one lobster and $30 for two).
These large lobsters can take up to a month to process, so make sure to get your lobsters early! If you are buying them at the store, try to get them by July Fourth weekend so they can be cooked.
Premium quality
When we talk about lobsters, we’re talking about white lobster. This is a premium quality food item, mainly sold in the East.
Like all crustaceans, lobster has two rear legs and a back leg. These parts are called pincers and claws, respectively.
While the pincers look similar to crabs’ legs, the claws look more like a crab’s hands. Because of this, it is not surprising that people prefer the taste and texture of lobster over other crustaceans!
Lobster is typically a little bigger than other white crabs. This means that it takes more Lobster for one meal! Luckily, buying from reputable sellers is key to having enough lobster for two meals!
Another reason that lobster is expensive is because of how big it can be.
Makes you look rich
A rare and expensive lobster is what we call a black lobster. These are typically about three to four ounces in size, and are black with a white head and shell.
Black lobsters are actually harder to cook. Because they are somewhat delicate, they require a long cooking process to fully develop their flavor. This can be difficult when looking for them is difficult due to their shape.
Unfortunately, they aren’t always available, so if you want one, you have to get into lucky mode and pay $150 for one! Fortunately, we can help you do this right!
We can help you find a lucky black lobster by looking for two things: 1) If it is big or small, 2) If it is white or not white-covered.
Unknown origins
While it’s not rare to find lobster back home in the U.S., most people don’t know what species it comes from or where it was originally discovered. This makes buying a fresh lobster a little different experience for people visiting from other countries.
In fact, some countries have rules about how long lobsters must live before being cooked. This is a way of ensuring you are getting a fresh lobster!
If you are looking to enjoy a fresh lobster, start by checking the shell color and whether or not it seems tough or soft. If they seem tough, try another local restaurant or buy one at a store instead.
If they seem soft, check whether or not they are firm and flat like a piece of butter.
Cost of living increases
As you read earlier, increased economic conditions caused by the new economy are causing people to spend.
Because of this, luxury goods are becoming more expensive. The cost of luxury items has increased due to these economic conditions.
For example, a very expensive watch can cost hundreds of dollars when it is sold at a premium price. Because people are spending money, luxury goods are becoming more expensive!
Luxury goods such as furniture or gadgets that are costly represent 0.1–1% of total sales for an item company-wide.