Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Lobster Thermidor, a classic French dish featuring succulent lobster meat in a creamy, flavorful sauce, topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Lobster Thermidor:
- 2 whole cooked lobsters (1½ pounds each)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Carefully Prep Lobster: Split cooked lobsters in half, remove meat, and chop into pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, sauté shallot and garlic in butter.
- Add Flavor: Pour in wine, cream, mustard, and Parmesan. Cook until thickened.
- Combine and Fill: Add lobster, parsley, seasonings. Fill lobster shells.
- Broil: Top with cheese, broil until golden. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Lobster Thermidor is elegant and rich, perfect for special occasions.
- Prepare filling ahead and broil just before serving.
- Pair with salad or asparagus for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed lobster
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
