📆 Created on: 2024-10-01

Lobster Thermidor

Name: Lobster Thermidor
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 Lobster; 50g Butter; 2 Shallots; 2 cloves Garlic; 100ml White Wine; 200ml Heavy Cream; 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard; 50g Parmesan Cheese; 1 tbsp Thyme; to taste Salt; 1 tsp Black Pepper

Introduction

Lobster Thermidor is a classic French dish that combines succulent lobster meat with a rich, creamy sauce, topped with cheese and baked to perfection. This dish is perfect for special occasions and is sure to impress your guests with its luxurious flavors.

Ingredients

Lobster: 2
Butter: 50g
Shallots: 2
Garlic: 2 cloves
White Wine: 100ml
Heavy Cream: 200ml
Dijon Mustard: 1 tbsp
Parmesan Cheese: 50g
Thyme: 1 tbsp
Salt: to taste
Black Pepper: 1 tsp

Portions: 2

Step-by-Step Cooking Guide

Step 1: Prepare the Lobster

Cook the lobsters by boiling them in salted water for 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, remove the meat from the shells and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Reserve the shells for serving.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté shallots and garlic until softened. Add white wine and simmer until reduced by half. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper and simmer until the sauce thickens.

Step 3: Combine Lobster and Sauce

Add the chopped lobster meat to the sauce and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the lobster is heated through.

Step 4: Assemble and Bake

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Fill the reserved lobster shells with the lobster and sauce mixture. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Place the filled shells on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

Serve the Lobster Thermidor immediately, garnished with fresh thyme or parsley. Pair with a crisp white wine and a side salad for a complete meal.

Final Thoughts

Lobster Thermidor is a luxurious and indulgent dish that’s perfect for a special dinner or celebration. The combination of tender lobster, creamy sauce, and melted cheese is truly irresistible. This dish is sure to impress your guests and make any occasion feel extra special.

Nutrient	Per 100g
Calories	164.37 kcal
Total Fat	10.58 g
Saturated Fat	6.40 g
Trans Fat	0.13 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.52 g
Monounsaturated Fat	2.88 g
Cholesterol	92.91 mg
Sodium	315.05 mg
Total Carbohydrates	1.47 g
Dietary Fiber	0.22 g
Sugars	0.74 g
Protein	13.93 g