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Decadent French Lobster Thermidor Recipe


  • Author: I
  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 2 whole lobsters (1.5 to 2 pounds each)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Chardonnay)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese (or Parmesan cheese)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

 


Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Lobsters

  1. Boil Lobsters: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobsters and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until they turn bright red. Remove the lobsters and let them cool slightly.
  2. Extract the Meat: Once cool enough to handle, split the lobsters in half lengthwise. Remove the meat from the claws and tails, and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside the lobster shells for later use.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

  1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add Mushrooms: Stir in the chopped mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes until reduced by half.
  4. Add Cream and Seasonings: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Combine Lobster Meat: Add the chopped lobster meat to the sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Fill Lobster Shells: Spoon the lobster mixture back into the reserved lobster shells, packing it in gently.
  3. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese evenly over the filled lobster shells.
  4. Bake: Place the stuffed lobster shells on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 4: Serve

  1. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
  2. Enjoy: Serve warm, accompanied by a fresh salad or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

 

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 30