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Recipe of Lobster Thermidor

Recipe of Lobster Thermidor
Lobster Thermidor is a luxurious and classic European dish that exudes elegance. Succulent lobster meat is bathed in a creamy, flavorful sauce, then topped with a decadent mixture of cheese and breadcrumbs. Perfect for special occasions, this recipe will impress your guests and elevate any meal to a gourmet experience.
4 Servings
40 min Preparation
Intermediate
Seafood

Ingredients

  • 4 lobster tails
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup shallots, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for garnish

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Step 2
  • In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the lobster tails for about 8 minutes until the shells turn red. Remove them from the water, let them cool, and then cut the shells down the center.
  • Step 3
  • Remove the lobster meat, chop it into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
  • Step 4
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté until they become translucent.
  • Step 5
  • Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until it's reduced by half.
  • Step 6
  • Stir in the heavy cream and let the mixture simmer until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Step 7
  • Add the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, and stir until they melt and the sauce becomes smooth.
  • Step 8
  • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 9
  • Place the lobster meat back into the shells and pour the sauce over the lobster.
  • Step 10
  • In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and a bit of grated Parmesan.
  • Step 11
  • Sprinkle this mixture over the lobster and sauce.
  • Step 12
  • Transfer the lobster shells to a baking dish and bake for about 15 minutes until the tops are golden and bubbling.
  • Step 13
  • Garnish with lemon wedges and serve your Lobster Thermidor hot, accompanied by your choice of side dishes. Enjoy this indulgent treat!

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