Lobster Stew

Lobster stew is a rich, creamy seafood dish featuring tender lobster meat simmered in a velvety sauce, often built on a base of butter, cream, and aromatic vegetables. It typically includes ingredients like lobster stock, onions, celery, and a touch of brandy or sherry for depth. While popular in coastal regions worldwide, it's particularly associated with New England cuisine in the United States and French-inspired bisques.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the lobster and fat from the cream and butter, with minimal carbohydrates. It provides excellent sources of selenium, zinc, and B vitamins like B12. A typical serving contains roughly 400-600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	38 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin B12	18 mcg
Selenium	56 mcg
Zinc	4.2 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Vitamin D	1.2 mcg
Copper	1.8 mg
Vitamin A	450 IU
Cholesterol	185 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Lobster stew showcases the culinary transformation of a luxury ingredient into a comforting, elegant dish. Nutritionally, the lobster provides complete protein with all essential amino acids, while the cream base adds fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin D.