Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Directions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Pour in the dry white wine, allowing it to simmer until reduced by half. This should take around 2-3 minutes.
- 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.
- Gently fold the chopped lobster meat into the creamy sauce, ensuring every piece is coated. Spoon the mixture back into the reserved lobster shells.
- Place the filled lobster shells on a baking sheet and broil for about 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor, if desired.
Nutrition
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.
