Lobster Thermidor Fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Lobster Thermidor
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2 lobsters (about 1–1.5 pounds each)
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon brandy or cognac
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1/4 cup dry mustard
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1/4 teaspoon paprika
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1/4 cup grated cheese (Gruyère or Parmesan)
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the Fries
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2 medium potatoes
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Salt to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
# Instructions:
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Fill a big pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Drop the lobsters in and cook them for about 8-10 minutes until their shells turn bright red. Take the lobsters out and let them cool a bit. Once they’re no longer too hot to hold, split the shells lengthwise. Take out the meat from the claws, tail, and legs, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
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Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the mustard and cook, stirring nonstop, for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the cream and brandy until the mixture is smooth. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until it slightly thickens. Add salt, paprika, and pepper for flavor. Mix the lobster meat into the sauce and stir until everything’s evenly coated.
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Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Toss in the potato slices and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping them occasionally, until golden and crispy. Take them out of the skillet and sprinkle with salt.
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Spoon the lobster mixture into the empty lobster shells. Sprinkle grated cheese over the top. Place the stuffed shells on a baking sheet and broil them in the oven for 3-5 minutes until the cheese bubbles and gets a slight golden color. Enjoy the warm Lobster Thermidor alongside the crispy fries.
# Notes:
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Lobster Thermidor is a timeless dish from French cuisine.
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Perfect for celebrating special moments like Valentine's Day or birthdays.