Lobster Thermidor is a classic French dish that features cooked lobster meat, a rich creamy sauce made with egg yolks, brandy, and mustard, all baked to golden perfection in lobster shells. It's a luxurious and indulgent dish often served on special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds lobster preferably live, cooked and meat removed
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 each egg yolks
- to taste pinch salt and white pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the lobster meat from the shells and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside the shells for later use.
- In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Carefully add the brandy and cook until slightly reduced. Then add the heavy cream and Dijon mustard, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the skillet from heat, whisk in egg yolks one at a time, then return to low heat. Add the chopped lobster, seasoning with salt and white pepper to taste. Stir well.
- Spoon the mixture into the reserved lobster shells, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 44gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 380mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1750IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 5mg