Lobster Thermidor Recipe

Name: Lobster Thermidor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (675 g) cooked lobsters; 25 g butter; 1 tablespoon plain flour; 150 ml double cream; 300 ml fish stock; salt; half a teaspoon paprika; 1 pinch cayenne; 50 g grated parmesan cheese; 50 g fresh breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1
Cut the lobsters in half length ways with a sharp knife and remove stomach sac and intestinal vein.
2
Remove the flesh from the body and legs and chop into 12 mm pieces.
3
Melt the butter in a saucepan and when frothy, stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
4
Gradually add the cream and stock, stirring constantly over gentle heat until well combined.
5
Add the lobster flesh, Half of the Parmesan, salt, paprika and cayenne and simmer for 10 minutes stirring frequently.
6
Remove the heat.
7
Preheat the grill.
8
Wash and dry the lobster shells, place on the grill pan then fill with the lobster with flesh and sauce.
9
Mix together the breadcrumbs and remaining Parmesan , sprinkle over top of the lobster halves and grill for 10 minutes.
10
Serve immediately.

296

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 (675 g) cooked lobsters, 25 g butter, 1 tablespoon plain flour, 150 ml double cream, and more.

Yes, Lobster Thermidor 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.

Lobster Thermidor

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