Lobster Newburg Recipe

Name: Lobster Newburg
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Old Bay Seafood Seasoning; 8 ounces, weight Fresh Lobster Tail, Or Thawed If Frozen; 2 Tablespoons Sweet Cream Butter; 1 Tablespoon All-purpose Flour; 1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt; 1/4 cups Whole Milk; 1/4 cups Light Cream; 2 whole Egg Yolks, Beaten; ⅛ teaspoons Black Pepper; 2 dashes Red Pepper Flakes; 2 whole English Muffins, Lightly Toasted And Cut In Half; Fresh Chopped Chives, For Garnish

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Old Bay Seafood Seasoning
8 ounces, weight Fresh Lobster Tail, Or Thawed If Frozen
2 Tablespoons Sweet Cream Butter
1 Tablespoon All-purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt
1/4 cups Whole Milk
1/4 cups Light Cream
2 whole Egg Yolks, Beaten
⅛ teaspoons Black Pepper
2 dashes Red Pepper Flakes
2 whole English Muffins, Lightly Toasted And Cut In Half
Fresh Chopped Chives, For Garnish

1
In a pot of boiling water, add Old Bay seasoning and lobster tail.
2
Cook 4 minutes.
3
Remove tail to a clean work surface.
4
Allow to cool.
5
In a saucepan on medium heat, add butter.
6
Once melted, add flour and salt.
7
Stir, creating a roux.
8
Lower heat, then slowly add milk and cream.
9
Whisk lightly to incorporate.
10
Add beaten egg yolks slowly to incorporate and whisk gently.
11
Add black pepper and red pepper flakes, stir gently.
12
Reduce heat to a simmer (the sauce will thicken) while you prepare lobster tail meat.
13
Cut cooled lobster tail with a pair of scissors across the top of shell and bottom shell.
14
Pull meat out.
15
Cut into bite-sized chunks and add into the sauce mixture.
16
Stir to combine and cook on low for 5 minutes.
17
Lightly toast English muffins and place on a plate.
18
Ladle lobster on top of each half, garnish with fresh chopped chives, and enjoy!

212

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Old Bay Seafood Seasoning, 8 ounces, weight Fresh Lobster Tail, Or Thawed If Frozen, 2 Tablespoons Sweet Cream Butter, 1 Tablespoon All-purpose Flour, and more.

Yes, Lobster Newburg 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 Newburg

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