Description
A luxurious French classic featuring tender lobster meat folded into a rich, creamy sauce, topped with Gruyère cheese, and broiled to golden perfection. Ideal for special occasions or when you crave indulgence.
Ingredients
2 live lobsters (about 1½ lbs each)
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons cognac or brandy
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ cup heavy cream
2 egg yolks
½ cup Gruyère cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil lobsters in salted water for 8–10 minutes until bright red. Cool slightly, split lengthwise, remove meat, chop, and reserve shells.
- In a skillet, sauté shallots in butter over medium heat until soft. Add cognac; simmer 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in mustard and cream; simmer until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks.
- Fold in chopped lobster meat.
- Spoon mixture into shells, top with Gruyère.
- Broil 3–5 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Finish with lemon juice and parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner