2-Die-for Lobster Cocktail Recipe

Name: 2-Die-for Lobster Cocktail
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup creme fraiche; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon fresh orange juice; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves; 1 English cucumber; 2 Belgian endives; 1 1/2 pounds cooked lobster meat (from about 3 (1 1/2-pound) lobsters)

Servings: persons

1 cup creme fraiche
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 English cucumber
2 Belgian endives
1 1/2 pounds cooked lobster meat (from about 3 (1 1/2-pound) lobsters)

1
Garnish: mesclun and fresh chives
2
In a bowl stir together creme fraiche, zests, juices, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste.
3
Chill sauce, covered, 1 hour to blend flavors.
4
Cut 3 inches of cucumber crosswise into very thin slices and reserve.
5
Reserve 8 endive leaves for garnish and cut remaining cucumber and endive into 2-inch long matchsticks.
6
Just before serving, coarsely chop lobster and in another bowl stir together with 3/4 cup sauce.
7
Stir matchstick vegetables into remaining sauce.
8
Line 4 Martini glasses with reserved cucumber slices.
9
Divide matchstick vegetable mixture among glasses and top with lobster salad.
10
Cut reserved endive lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
11
Garnish salad with endive, mesclun and chives.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup creme fraiche, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest, and more.

Yes, 2-Die-for Lobster Cocktail falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

2-Die-for Lobster Cocktail

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