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The lobster, just by pronouncing this word, your mouth is watering, at least for those who like shellfish and who are not allergic. It is really a very coveted and sought after dish in Martinique. Moreover, the lobster is consumed during great family occasions because this great pleasure represents a cost.
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The lobster is found in tropical and temperate waters, they take refuge under rocks, they are not easily caught. Unfortunately, the lobster is becoming scarce, because fished too often, they do not have time to have a sufficient size to fish them. According to summaries of the regulations, the minimum size is about 8 cm for the spiny lobster (ronma-blan) and 6 cm for the Brazilian one (ronma-bisié): check with the Direction de la mer before fishing.
Recreational lobster fishing is governed by the prefectural order of 8 April 2019 (no. R02-2019-04-08-004), which the prefecture reminds every year:
Recreational lobster fishing is prohibited every year from 1 June to 30 September, day and night. It therefore remains open in January, February and March. Egg-bearing lobsters must be returned to the water, whatever their size, and bottle fishing is prohibited. Offences are criminal offences punishable by a fine of several thousand euros, with seizure of equipment.
In Martinique, fishermen use traps to catch them. Beware of areas contaminated by chlordecone: fishing is banned in several bays, so check before you fish.
Frequently asked questions about lobsters in Martinique
Lobster can be cooked in different ways:
Grilled lobster, don't leave it too long on the fire of the barbecue to avoid the flesh to be too dry. Don't forget the spicy Creole "sauce chien" 😉. Lobster fricassee, cooked in a tomato-based sauce with all those spices mentioned just above. Lobster blaff, cooked in a court-bouillon with all those spices:
- country onion,
- bois d’Inde leaves,
- salt,
- pepper,
- garlic,
- onion france,
- mild or hot chili,
- thyme,
- parsley
- lemon juice
- a drizzle of oil
You can share your preparations with us 😉🍽
As locals and tourists visiting Martinique, when you go to a restaurant in Martinique, you want to eat a dish that you don't often eat. So why not treat yourself to a Sunday lunch with your family for example?
But where to eat cheap lobster in Martinique? Below, you will find some good addresses of restaurants to have lunch with your family or friends.
Don't hesitate to give us feedback on the tested restaurant(s).😉
If you like to cook, you can buy lobster from professional fishermen, outside the closed season. The price per kg varies with size and catch: ask before you buy.
Map of the best restaurants to eat lobster
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