Lobster tails

Lobster tails from IKRiNKA

Among the wide variety of seafood, lobster tails hold a special place. This precious delicacy is highly valued by gourmets for its soft meat and distinctive flavor. It graces the menus of the finest Michelin-starred restaurants and IKRiNKA makes this delicacy accessible to all health-conscious food enthusiasts.

Origin of the delicacy

The lobster (English) or homard (French) is a member of the class of higher crustaceans, a large, ten-legged marine crustacean whose first pair of legs has evolved into large claws. Lobsters primarily inhabit the bottom areas of rocky shelf regions in the Atlantic Basin at depths of 4 to 50 meters. Their average lifespan is 30 to 50 years, but some females as old as 140 years have been found.

The size of lobsters varies between 20 and 60 cm, although males measuring about 1 meter in length and weighing 15-20 kg have been found. The color of their sturdy shell and fan-like tail ranges from gray-green to blue-green.

Health benefits of lobster meat

Lobster meat contains:

• Vitamins A, E, D, B3, B4, B5, B6, B9, B12, PP, K;

• Minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, iron, magnesium, iodine, potassium, sodium, zinc, copper, selenium;

• Easily digestible protein;

• Omega-3 fatty acids in small amounts

Consuming lobster meat can have the following positive effects for your health:

• Strengthening of the cardiovascular, nervous, and hormonal systems, bone tissue, and the immune system;

• Prevention of anemia and cancer;

• Improvement of memory.

Culinary features of lobster

The best lobsters are not older than 5-6 years and weigh up to 1 kg. The most valuable part is the lobster tail, also known as the "neck" – its meat is particularly tender.

When cooked, lobster changes color to red, and its meat becomes juicy with a distinctive sweet flavor, complemented by a maritime aroma.

Culinary ideas for lobster tails

The lobster tails are carefully chilled and delivered fresh to your doorstep. To ensure the highest quality and freshness, we recommend preparing the lobster tails within 5 days of receiving them. This way, you can fully enjoy their rich flavor and exquisite texture.

Lobster tails can be boiled or steamed, braised, grilled, or pan-fried, or baked in butter or olive oil with herbs and spices such as curry, saffron, and ginger.

Whole lobster tails pair wonderfully with octopus, crab, shrimp, and mussel meat, with vegetable side dishes, potatoes, and eggs. They are served with spicy sauces on toast, combined with pasta, and used in the preparation of exquisite seafood salads, medallions, escalopes, soups, soufflés, mousses, and aspic.

Where to buy lobster tails in Germany

At IKRiNKA, you can always purchase lobster tails in a 360 g package with a guarantee of highest quality. The price for whole lobster tails in the online store is 49,95€. Regardless of the shipping method, whether standard or express, the delicacy is sent to the customer in an ice-filled thermal container, ensuring the product's freshness.

FAQ

What are lobster tails?

Lobster tails are a low-calorie, high-protein delicacy product derived from marine crustaceans – lobsters – and are the choice of true gourmets and those who care about their health.

How much do lobster tails cost?

The price of lobster tails varies depending on size and season. In the IKRiNKA online store, a 360 g package costs 49,95€. Additionally, there are regular promotions where seafood delicacies can be purchased at a discount of up to 40%.