Lobster Dien Bien Recipe

Name: Lobster Dien Bien
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. fresh lobster or shrimp; 6 oz. butter; 2/3 c. chopped scallions; 1 green pepper, diced; 1 1/4 c. fresh mushrooms; 1/2 c. Uncle Ben's converted rice; 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped fine; 2/3 c. chicken consomme; 1 tsp. powdered tarragon; 1 tsp. pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cut lobster in small pieces.
2
Season with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/3 teaspoon salt.
3
Brown in 4 ounces of butter in pan. Partly brown lobster in butter.
4
Chop scallions, green pepper and mushrooms and add to lobster.
5
Simmer 5 minutes.
6
Add rice, stirring continuously until rice is loose.
7
Add tomatoes and consomme.
8
Stir and cover.
9
Cook about 25 minutes.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Brown remaining 2 ounces butter; add tarragon and pepper. Pour over lobster and mix well.

742

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. fresh lobster or shrimp, 6 oz. butter, 2/3 c. chopped scallions, 1 green pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Lobster Dien Bien 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.

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Lobster Dien Bien

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