Poached Lobster Tails With Dressed Pea Shoots

Name: Poached Lobster Tails With Dressed Pea Shoots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 2 garlic cloves, halved; 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced; 1 (2-inch) piece lemongrass, halved; 4 cups unsalted vegetable stock; 2 1/2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 1/2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 (5-ounce) fresh lobster tails; 4 teaspoons canola oil; 2 teaspoons honey; 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 1/4 teaspoon minced shallots; 3 ounces pea shoots; 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 garlic cloves, halved
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced
1 (2-inch) piece lemongrass, halved
4 cups unsalted vegetable stock
2 1/2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 (5-ounce) fresh lobster tails
4 teaspoons canola oil
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon minced shallots
3 ounces pea shoots
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

1
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-low. Add red pepper, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass; cook 5 minutes. Stir in stock, honey, vinegar, and 2 1/4 teaspoons soy sauce. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook 30 minutes. Stir in black pepper.
2
Place tails in stock. Cover; cook 4 minutes or until a meat thermometer registers 145u00b0. Remove tails from pan.
3
Split tails lengthwise. Remove meat from shells; slice. Pour cooking liquid through a sieve into a saucepan; discard solids. Keep liquid warm over low heat.
4
Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce, canola oil, and next 5 ingredients; stir with a whisk. Add pea shoots; toss.
5
Place about 1/3 cup cooking liquid in each of 4 shallow bowls. Arrange about 3 ounces lobster meat in each bowl; top each serving with about 1/3 cup pea shoots. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, 2 garlic cloves, halved, 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced, and more.

Yes, Poached Lobster Tails With Dressed Pea Shoots 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!