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French Lobster Thermidor

French Lobster Thermidor: A Decadent Delight at Home

Experience the exquisite flavor of French Lobster Thermidor, a luxurious dish perfect for celebrations.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Filling
  • 250 g Lobster Fresh and tender
  • 4 tbsp Butter Can be swapped with olive oil
  • 1 cup Shallots Finely chopped
  • ½ cup Mushrooms Sliced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup White wine Can substitute with vegetable broth
  • ½ cup Heavy cream Half-and-half can lighten it
  • 1 tsp Paprika Consider smoked paprika
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Grated, plus more for topping
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Broiler

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Carefully add the live lobsters and cook for 8-10 minutes until shells turn bright red. Remove and let cool slightly.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup of finely chopped shallots and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent. Add ½ cup of sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of white wine and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce by half. Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream, cooking for about 3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Chop the cooked lobster meat into bite-sized pieces and fold into the mixture. Add 1 teaspoon of paprika and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as necessary.
  5. Preheat broiler to high. Spoon the lobster mixture back into cleaned shells and top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Broil for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Once bubbling and golden, remove from oven and serve immediately with a crisp salad or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Have all ingredients ready before starting. Don’t overcook the lobster; keep a close eye while broiling to avoid burning.

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