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Geoffrey Zakarian's 8 Tips for Cooking Lobster and Building a Lobster Roll

Learn Geoffrey's tricks for cooking tender, succulent lobster, then feature it in a dressed-up dish ideal for lunch or dinner.

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An Essential Lobster Roll

Geoffrey's impressive lobster roll is a fan-favorite for good reason: It delivers tried-and-true results every time. Get the recipe below, then browse these photos to find out how he prepares the lobster and get his secrets for showcasing it in a crowd-pleasing lobster roll.

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Think Fresh

"The first thing you want to do," he advises, "you always get fresh lobster." Having a fresh foundation will go a long way in delivering the best finished product.

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Build a Flavorful Cooking Liquid — Maybe

Geoffrey likes to boil his lobster in a bouillon, an aromatic mixture of herbs, lemons and cayenne, but he notes, "You don't need to." Instead, however, he says, "You can just use water."

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Keep the Time In Check

To avoid rubbery lobster, be sure to avoid overcooking it. Geoffrey says that 10 to 12 minutes is all it takes for the tail to be done.

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