qwServed initially as prison food, lobster became popular in the mid-19th century when lobster smacks were invented. These boats were designed to keep lobsters alive during expeditions.
Today, lobster is considered a delicacy and is often the most expensive item on a menu. Fans of lobster claim the lobster tail is the most delectable part of the lobster.
What better way to enjoy lobster tail than with a delicious side dish to pair? Here are 17 delicious side dishes to enjoy with lobster tails.
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17 Side Dishes to Serve with Lobster Tails
1. Butter
One of the most popular and easiest side dishes is simple melted butter. Butter and lobster tails are a perfect match. Butter brings out the sweetness of lobster tails and can add more flavor to an already juicy meal.
You can add some lemon juice or roast some minced garlic for an even more delicious garlic butter dip.
2. Cheese Fondue
Cheese fondue is your go-to side dish for a smooth, creamy dip. You can make cheese fondue by simply heating your cheese in a saucepan and adding some wine, garlic, and lemon juice.
The best cheeses to use for cheese fondue are swiss, gruyere, and gouda, but you can choose your favorite block of cheese.
3. Steamed Broccoli
Steamed Broccoli is a quick and easy side dish to level up your lobster tail dish. Steamed broccoli can be made in steamed water or warmed up in a microwave.
If you want to try something extra, you can roast broccoli and add some melted cheese and lemon juice for an extra kick.
4. Sautéed Carrots
Carrots have a naturally sweet taste and pair well with lobster. You can sautée carrots the same way you sautée broccoli but make sure you leave them longer, about 7-8 minutes.
Glazed carrots can also bring some unexpected flavor to your side dish. You can use any sweetener like honey, brown sugar, or even a berry compote.
5. Wild or Pilaf Rice
Rice is a versatile grain, and wild rice is packed with nutrients and minerals that white rice doesn’t have. It’s also healthier due to its fiber content.
Wild rice takes a little longer to cook than white rice but the flavors are worth the wait.
6. Quinoa
Quinoa is a delicious grain from Peru with many nutrients and is a healthy replacement for white rice. It’s also straightforward to make.
Add two parts of water to every one part of quinoa and boil until most of the water has evaporated, then bring down heat and steam.
7. Corn
Whether you keep it on the cob or warm the kernels in butter, corn is a versatile starch that can pack lots of flavors. It’s also effortless to make. Simply buy canned corn and warm up, or cook the entire cob.
Grilled or steamed, corn is a classic companion to lobster tails, especially with some dipping butter and salt.
8. Sautéed Brussel Sprouts
Brussel Sprouts may not be at the top of everyone’s list, but they are delicious when roasted or baked with olive oil. Add some bacon bits for an extra crunch.
Brussel sprouts can add pizzazz to an already flavorful lobster dish. They can also be chopped and served with apple slices for a healthy salad option.
9. Coleslaw
Coleslaw is the perfect side dish for your lobster tails. Coleslaw has a few main ingredients: raw cabbage, sliced carrots, and vinaigrette or mayonnaise.
You can also add grapes, raisins, or cranberries for a healthy side dish packed with vitamins and nutrients.
10. Biscuits
There’s nothing quite like warm, buttery biscuits to complement your lobster tails. They’re relatively simple to make, and most biscuit mixes come ready to bake in the oven.
You can serve them plain with some butter or get creative and add bacon and cheddar cheese for a delightfully different take on biscuits.
11. Baked or Roasted Potatoes
Baked potatoes work well with lobster tails and are quick to make when in a rush—just boil and butter.
For a little more flavor, add some sour cream. For a lot more flavor, bake the potatoes with cheese, bacon, and chives.
12. Baked French Fries
You can’t go wrong with thinly cut fries from either Idaho potatoes or sweet potatoes. Baked French Fries are great because they can serve as side dishes or a main dish by chopping the lobster tail meat and mixing them for lobster fries.
Top them with a savory tomato sauce dip or spicy Buffalo sauce for incredible flavors.
13. Pasta Salad
Pasta Salads are excellent for summer lobster dinners. Most pasta salads can be bought at a local deli or grocery store.
You can make your own pasta salad with a few essential ingredients, like mayonnaise, cooked pasta, olives, tomatoes, feta cheese, and Italian dressing.
14. Caesar Salad
Caesar Salad is also another classic, healthier option for your lobster tail meal. Most grocery stores have packaged salads with dressing and croutons included.
You can also make your own at home with some fresh romaine lettuce, shredded parmesan cheese, croutons, tomatoes, and Caesar dressing.
15. Steamed Mussels
Why eat just lobster tail when you have mussels, as well? Steamed mussels are a delicious option of a side dish that tastes amazing with melted butter.
Steaming mussels takes just under 1minuteses to cook in white wine with some chicken stock, onions, and garlic.
16. Clam Chowder
Clam Chowder is a delicious, thick soup with clams, potatoes, flour, cream, onions, and garlic. It’s best served in colder weather and isn’t too difficult to make.
The Northeastern states of the USA have the best clam chowder, but you can find them in your grocery store or make your own if you’re not in the area.
17. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
We included a delicious final recommendation to wrap up our list: bacon-wrapped asparagus tips. Asparagus is easy to prepare by simply boiling them for 5 minutes and wrapping cooked bacon around them.
If you have dietary restrictions, you can use other replacements like turkey bacon, or eggplant.
Wrap Up
Now that you have many side dish options, try out a combination and let us know which ones are your favorite. Do you have any other suggestions that weren’t on the list? Share your favorites in the Comment Section below!
What To Serve With Lobster Tails
Ingredients
- Butter
- Cheese Fondue
- Steamed Broccoli
- Sautéed Carrots
- Wild or Pilaf Rice
- Quinoa
- Corn
- Sautéed Brussel Sprouts
- Coleslaw
- Biscuits
- Baked or Roasted Potatoes
- Baked French Fries
- Pasta Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Steamed Mussels
- Clam Chowder
- Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
Instructions
- Select your favorite recipe from the list above.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prepare and enjoy in 30 minutes or less!