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French Lobster Thermidor

French Lobster Thermidor

Indulge in the luxury of a classic French Lobster Thermidor with rich flavors and elegant presentation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Lobsters
  • 2-3 pounds Live Lobsters Aim for the best flavor and texture.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Avoid salted butter to control seasoning.
  • 2 medium Shallots Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • ½ cup Dry White Wine Good quality like Sauvignon Blanc.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can switch to whole grain for texture.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Directions
  1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Gently add the live lobsters, cooking for about 8-10 minutes until they turn a vibrant bright red. Carefully remove them from the pot and let them cool on a plate.
  2. Once the lobsters are cool enough to handle, carefully extract the meat from the shells. Set aside enough lobster meat to use for topping, and chop the rest into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté until they become translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, roughly another minute.
  4. Pour in the dry white wine, allowing it to simmer until reduced by half. This should take around 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Continue to simmer the mixture until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Gently fold the chopped lobster meat into the creamy sauce, ensuring every piece is coated. Spoon the mixture back into the reserved lobster shells.
  7. Place the filled lobster shells on a baking sheet and broil for about 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure you bring the salted water to a full boil before adding the lobsters for even cooking. Pay close attention to the lobsters' bright red color as an indicator that they are ready. Broiling for just 5 minutes gives them a perfect golden finish.

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