Cold Lobster With Spicy Sauce Recipe

Name: Cold Lobster With Spicy Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt for cooking water, to taste; 4 live lobsters, about 1 1/2 pounds each; 1 egg yolk; 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, chopped, cored and seeded; 1 clove garlic, peeled; 1 large sweet red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into large pieces; 1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil; 12 fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

Salt for cooking water, to taste
4 live lobsters, about 1 1/2 pounds each
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, chopped, cored and seeded
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 large sweet red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into large pieces
1/2 cup olive or vegetable oil
12 fresh basil leaves

1
Pour about 2 inches of water or sea water in the bottom of a large steamer.
2
Add salt, unless sea water is used.
3
Bring the water to a boil.
4
Place the lobsters on the steamer rack and cover the pot.
5
Cook over high heat for 10 to 12 minutes.
6
Remove the lobsters from the steamer and let cool.
7
Split the lobsters in half lengthwise and crack the claws.
8
Remove and discard the small sac near the eyes and the intestine through the middle of the tail.
9
Combine all the remaining ingredients and salt to taste in a blender or food processor and pulse to blend to a fine texture for a few seconds.
10
Serve the sauce with the lobsters.

379

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: Salt for cooking water, to taste, 4 live lobsters, about 1 1/2 pounds each, 1 egg yolk, 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard, and more.

Yes, Cold Lobster With Spicy Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cold Lobster With Spicy Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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