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🦞We harvest the most sustainable seafood in So. Cal.Spiny Lobster & Pacific Rock Crab.

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🎉This is 70!

Captain Scott started fishing when he was 5 off the Redondo Beach pier.
He started lobster fishing in 1981 and never stopped.
Fishing to provide for your family is not for the faint of heart.
There are seasons that are bountiful and some that are definitely not.

He has had 45 early mornings, long nights, rough seeds and 12 to 16 hour work days -unless you’ve lived it, it’s hard to understand what it takes to create a successful fishing business.

Over these 45 years, countless deck hands have stepped on Scott’s boat. Some came with experience others, barely knowing what they were getting into but they all walked away with something more than a paycheck.

Scott taught them the value of hard work showing up, pushing through and depending on one another.
Many of his deckhands, he is still friends with today because when you worked side-by-side through exhaustion, rough seas, laughter, and some pretty unforgettable days you build a bond that last a lifetime.

Cheers today to Captain Scott! We love you and are so grateful for all you do. by @critterslobster

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🦞Starting our 45 lobster season! We pray Mother Nature will provide what she can for us.

We were hit hard last season with poaching. We so appreciate everyone for helping us and catching a few thieves. All of your tips, pictures and videos helped so much. We think our ‘meet and greets’ with them helped also 😎.

We are hoping they stop. We work so hard to fish and follow all the rules. It’s heartbreaking when people take from us and our crew.

Thank you for all your love and support all these years.

Cheers to Captain Scott’s 45th year 🎉 by @critterslobster

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14 days ago

🦞 Captain Scott is ready to take time off to do more of this!

He’s been lobster fishing for 45 years! Taking time off with family is the best way to recover and relax.
This season was good, but insane with all poaching. We were able to stop a few and next season we will be even more prepared! by @critterslobster

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7 months ago

🦞 Getting on the 90’s trend with Captain Scott. by @critterslobster

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7 months ago

🦞 This looks so delicious @jettila
Thanks again!

#spinylobster #lobster #critterslobster #seafood #knowyourfisherman #supportlocal by @critterslobster

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10 months ago

🦞Thank you @jettila and your son, for coming down to meet Captain Scott. We appreciate it and look forward to see what you create!

#spinylobster #critterslobster #lobster #seafood #knowyourfisherman #supportyourlocalfishermen #supportsmallbusiness by @critterslobster

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10 months ago

🦞Have you tried Lobster sashimi? It’s so good and @theshellfishcook makes it look incredible 😎

#critterslobster #spinylobster #lobster #seafood #supportlocal #knowyourfisherman #supportyourlocalfishermen by @critterslobster

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a year ago

🦞You LOVE you all. Thank you so much for coming to see us in the pouring rain! We can’t express how much we appreciate your support to us and to @holdfastaq @grassybaroyster

🦞We had the best day of hugs, champagne, beer, laughs, connections and ❤️.

#spinylobster #critterslobster #lobster #seafood #supportlocal #knowyourfisherman #supportsmallbusiness #commercailfishing by @critterslobster

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🦞We have been getting tons of people asking for this deep fried lobster recipe @theshellfishcook made.

🦞This is one of the absolute best tasting lobster we have had. She is an amazing Chef and has provided the recipe below.

🦞She will be at our lobster sale this Saturday at 9:30 am to answer any questions you may have. We will be in San Pedro, check our website for the details.

Chef Theye’s Fried Spiny Lobster Recipe:

Deep Fried Lobster

Sauce
⁃ Blugogi KBBQ marinade (jar)
⁃ Oyster sauce
⁃ Fish sauce
⁃ Black pepper
⁃ Sugar
⁃ Onion powder
⁃ Garlic powder
⁃ Paprika
⁃ Chicken stock

⁃ corn starch
⁃ Flour
⁃ Cooking oil

⁃ Fresh garlic
⁃ Butter

⁃ green onions
⁃ Fried garlic

1. Prep the Lobster
Chop the lobsters into pieces.
2. Coat
In a bowl, combine flour and cornstarch. Lightly coat each lobster piece in the mixture.
3. Fry
Heat cooking oil to medium-high.
Fry the lobster pieces for 3–5 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside on a rack or paper towel.
4. Make the Garlic Butter Base
In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
5. Add the Sauce
Pour in the sauce and stir to combine with the garlic butter.
6. Combine
Add the fried lobster pieces into the pan. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
7. Garnish & Serve
Top with chopped green onions and fried garlic.

#spinylobster #spinylobsterrecipe #localfishermen by @critterslobster

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a year ago

🦞This season we are seeing the healthiest Spiny Lobsters. Last season we had a low catch because the ocean was cold and they needed to hibernate.

🦞This season, which is only 6 months, October to March, the lobsters are big and healthy.

🦞We LOVE this fishery because it is one of the most sustainable fisheries in the world.

-We only fish for six months
-There are Trap quantity limits
-Each Lobster has to be measured to ensure legal size
-It’s a closed fishery
-There are many miles of protected areas.
-Each lobster caught is documented
-Traps are made by hand using legal measures

#spinylobster #critterslobster #supportlocal #lobster #seafood #knowyourfisherman #supportsmallbusiness by @critterslobster

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I’m so lucky to have @theshellfishcook for cooking the most delicious lobster dish! Thank you to @critterslobster for having me over and providing the freshest catch. Can’t wait for more girl time with you ladies! #girlsnightin by @critterslobster

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🦞 Our first 2025 Lobster event was incredible! Thank you for showing up for us and supporting our collab with @holdfastaq @grassybaroyster
They are amazing people creating incredible oysters in the hatchery and farm.

🦞Our hearts are so full with all the LOVE and support you brought to all of us! Many of you have started with us since 2020, and we love seeing you and so appreciate your love and support! 🥹❤️

#spinylobster #critterslobster #lobster #seafood #knowyourfisherman #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #tidetotable
#sanpedro
#commercialfishing by @critterslobster

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