as rich, buttery, and intensely “ocean-like.” It has long been considered a delicacy in many coastal communities and is sometimes mixed into sauces, seafood spreads, soups, or lobster dishes to add extra depth of flavor.
However, there is an important consideration.Because tomalley functions as the lobster’s filtering organ, it can accumulate environmental contaminants that may be present in ocean waters. For this reason, some food safety agencies recommend limiting or avoiding consumption of tomalley, especially in areas where contamination levels may be higher.
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