Bavarian Lobster with Shellfish Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds live lobster
• 1 1/2 cups white wine
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 shallots, minced
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound scallops
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh thyme

Instructions:

1. Place live lobster in boiling water for 5 to 6 minutes.
2. Remove from water and let cool. Carefully remove meat from lobster and set aside, keeping shell intact.
3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook for another minute.
5. Slowly add in chicken broth and white wine, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
6. Bring mixture to a simmer and let it thicken for 4 minutes.
7. Mix in heavy cream, salt and pepper. Bring mixture back to a simmer and stir in shrimp and scallops. Cook until all ingredients are just cooked, about 5 minutes.
8. In a separate pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and add the chopped thyme. Add the lobster meat and sauté for 1 minute until the lobster meat is fragrant.
9. Spoon the lobster meat mixture back into the reserved lobster shell.
10. Spoon the shellfish cream sauce around the lobster and serve immediately.

Verdict:

This Bavarian Lobster with Shellfish recipe is a true seafood lover’s delight. The combination of succulent lobster, shrimp and scallops in a flavorful cream sauce is simply irresistible. The added thyme gives a wonderful aroma and taste to the dish. Perfect as a starter or as a main course, this dish will surely impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or steamed rice to balance out the flavors. Add some crusty bread to mop up the delicious sauce and enjoy this hearty meal.