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Lobster Newburg Recipe

Lobster Newburg Recipe: Indulge in Creamy Luxury at Home

Indulge in this Lobster Newburg recipe featuring tender lobster in creamy sherry sauce, transforming any meal into a celebration.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitution: Half-and-half can be used for a lighter version.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or Margarine Substitution: Olive oil can be used for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 pinch Ground Nutmeg Use a small pinch to avoid overwhelming the dish.
  • 3 number Egg Yolks Make sure they are beaten well before combining.
  • 1/2 cup Dry Sherry or Cognac Substitution: White wine can work in a pinch.
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper Start with a pinch and adjust to preference.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste, especially if using salted butter.
For the Lobster
  • 1 pound Cooked Lobster Meat Ensure it's broken into chunks for easy incorporation into the sauce.
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Flaky Puff Pastry or Buttery Toast Tip: Puff pastry adds an elegant touch and crispy texture.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and beaten egg yolks until perfectly combined and smooth.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat, ensuring it doesn't brown.
  3. Add the cream and egg yolk mixture to the melted butter, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens but does not boil, about 5-8 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and season with salt, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper, adjusting to taste.
  5. Gently fold in the cooked lobster meat until coated with the sauce.
  6. Return the saucepan to low heat, warming the lobster mixture gently for about 5 minutes.
  7. Serve hot over flaky puff pastry or buttery toast, enjoying the contrast of creamy sauce and golden pastry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Assemble and serve immediately to enjoy at its best. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.

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