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French Lobster Thermidor

French Lobster Thermidor: A Rich Seafood Experience to Savor

Indulge in French Lobster Thermidor, a luxurious dish perfect for special occasions, combining tender lobster with a creamy sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 750

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Filling
  • 2 large Fresh live lobsters Can substitute with shrimp or crab
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Finely chopped
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced, any preferred variety
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup White wine Can use seafood stock for a non-alcoholic version
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Can use half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Can substitute with Gruyère or non-dairy cheese

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Kitchen shears

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the lobsters and cook for 8–10 minutes until bright red. Transfer to ice water to cool, then crack open shells and remove meat.
  2. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Incorporate mushrooms and cook until softened, about 3–5 minutes.
  3. Pour in white wine and simmer, reducing by half, around 5–7 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until thickened.
  4. Chop lobster meat into bite-sized pieces and fold into the creamy sauce. Add paprika and half the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Transfer the lobster mixture into cleaned lobster shells and top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  6. Preheat the broiler. Place shells on a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from oven, let rest for a couple of minutes, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 45gFat: 60gSaturated Fat: 35gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider serving with a crisp salad or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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