Solo Dining Diary for Students | Boston Lobster Feast 🦞

While shopping at Hmart today, I stumbled upon an incredibly affordable Boston lobster — this big guy was only $8.15! Following a quick tutorial from Xiaohongshu, I prepped and steamed it simply, then drizzled it with minced garlic and hot oil. A sprinkle of chopped green onions right before serving finished it off. So delicious and completely satisfying as a full meal. 😁👍 📌 Cooking Tips & Notes： Choose lively lobsters for the freshest taste Steam for about 10–12 minutes (depending on size) until the shell turns bright red Pair with light soy sauce or a dash of lemon if preferred Don’t forget to remove the digestive tract before cooking Great with a side of steamed veggies or garlic noodles for a fuller meal 💡 Why It’s Student-Friendly： Quick to prepare (under 20 minutes start to finish) Budget-friendly luxury — cheaper than eating out! High in protein and super satisfying #StudentKitchen #LobsterForDinner #UIUC #CookingAbroad #InternationalStudentCooking