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Lobster Thermidor

Indulge in the luxurious flavor of Lobster Thermidor, featuring succulent lobster meat in a creamy sauce, broiled to perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces lobster tails or whole lobsters
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 piece finely chopped shallot
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons brandy or cognac
  • 2 pieces egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese plus extra for topping
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Salt, pepper, and paprika for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the lobster tails for 8-10 minutes until bright red. Let them cool before extracting the meat.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté shallots until translucent. Add white wine and reduce by half.
  3. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and brandy. Whisk in egg yolks until fully combined, then add the Gruyère cheese until melted.
  4. Fold in the chopped lobster meat into the sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Broiling
  1. Preheat the oven's broiler. Spoon the mixture into shells or a baking dish; sprinkle with extra cheese and paprika.
  2. Broil for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out.