Lobster tail thermidor recipe: A gourmet delight awaits!
A gourmet dish featuring lobster tails baked in a creamy, flavorful sauce, perfect for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lobster tails
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the lobster tails in salted water for about 5-7 minutes, then remove and let cool.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and white wine, cooking until thickened.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper.
- Split the lobster tails in half and remove the meat, chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the lobster meat with the sauce and spoon it back into the lobster shells.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- Serve with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Ensure the lobster is fresh for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lobster tail
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg