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  • 6/1/2025
Lobster is a luxurious and celebrated seafood delicacy around the world — from buttery lobster rolls in the U.S. to grilled lobster platters in Europe. Yet, in Bangkok, Thailand, you’ll notice something interesting: lobster isn’t as widely consumed or popular as you might expect.

🔍 So why is that?
In this eye-opening video, we take a deep dive into the cultural, economic, and culinary reasons behind lobster’s relatively low popularity in Bangkok. Thailand is a country famed for its diverse and flavorful seafood dishes — but lobster doesn’t often make the local menus. Why?

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00:00Why isn't Boston lobster popular in Bangkok, Thailand?
00:03After seeing the preparation of this blue-clawed lobster, you'll understand.
00:08To maintain the quality of the lobster, it's immediately frozen after being caught and brought ashore.
00:13Its size is several times bigger than that of regular shrimp.
00:16The chef starts by cutting off all the lobster's legs to prevent it from escaping during cooking.
00:21Then, the lobster is split open down the middle, revealing golden roe that's simply mouth-watering.
00:27The meat is tender, bouncy, and juicy.
00:29Next, it's rinsed in clean water, removing the internal organs and inedible parts.
00:34High-end ingredients are often cooked using the simplest methods,
00:37grilled over an open flame to bring out the natural flavor of the lobster, and to trigger the Maillard reaction.
00:43The aroma of char and grilled flavor fills the air.
00:46Then, some shredded cheese is sprinkled on top, complementing the lobster's freshness with a creamy richness,
00:52creating a perfect balance of flavors.
00:54To prevent moisture loss, the chef covers the pan while grilling, keeping the meat tender and juicy inside.
01:00The grilled crab legs are cut into sections, and the crab meat is so tender, it practically falls out,
01:07leaving you amazed at its freshness.
01:09The rich lobster roe flavor and strong seafood taste wrap around every piece of lobster meat.
01:15The meat remains juicy, without losing too much moisture, constantly making your mouth water.
01:20And all this for just $5, would you like to give it a try?

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