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How do you make Greek style lobster?

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Is lobster a popular dish in Greece? Is there a way to make Greek style lobster? Please let me know if you have any idea! :) Thanks
 
This is a good one! People often do not think of lobster as a staple for Greek style seafood, but I have had lobster in Greece several times and it is amazing!

Here are a few Greek style lobster recipes as well:

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Recipe for Greek Style Grilled Lobster

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Astakos tis Skhara, also known as grilled lobster.
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Recipe for Greek Style Lobster with Oil and Lemon

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Astokos me Ladolemono, also known as lobster with oil and lemon.
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Recipe for Greek Style Lobster and Spaghetti

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Astakomakaronada, also known as Greek style spaghetti with lobster.
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greggd12 said:
Is lobster a popular dish in Greece? Is there a way to make Greek style lobster? Please let me know if you have any idea! :) Thanks
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Lobsters are present in the sea by Greece, but they look different and taste a little different than the Maine lobsters that are common in the United States. It is easier to show:

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