Lobster Creole "a la Garcia's" Recipe

Name: Lobster Creole "a la Garcia's"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh Florida lobster tails; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 (28-ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 cup fish stock; 1/2 cup parsley leaves, finely chopped; 1/2 cup white cooking wine; 1 tablespoon finely chopped Scotch bonnet peppers, optional; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 laurel leaf

Servings: persons

2 pounds fresh Florida lobster tails
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (28-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup fish stock
1/2 cup parsley leaves, finely chopped
1/2 cup white cooking wine
1 tablespoon finely chopped Scotch bonnet peppers, optional
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 laurel leaf

1
Clean and wash the fresh Florida lobster tails.
2
Cut your lobster tails into pieces approximately 1 1/2 inches.
3
If you leave the lobster in the shell your Creole will be a lot tastier.
4
Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
5
Stir fry the lobster tails until they become slightly pink.
6
Add the onions and garlic and allow this to cook for a few minutes.
7
Then add your tomato sauce, fish stock, parsley, cooking wine, Scotch bonnet peppers (if you desire added spice), vinegar, hot sauce, salt, pepper and laurel leaf.
8
Cook over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes.
9
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
10
The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

300

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds fresh Florida lobster tails, 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 3 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lobster Creole "a la Garcia's" 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!

Lobster Creole "a la Garcia's"

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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