JOëL ROBUCHON'S LOBSTER IN SAUTERNES
The great Joël Robuchon had interesting things to say about lobsters, some of which may be taken with a grain of sel, for example his preference for Brittany lobsters, especially those from Finistère, over the American variety. But his tender description of their lovemaking when the female has molted while the male is still in his armor is touching, as is his account of the lobster's suicidal affection for the conger eel. This recipe for lobster in Sauternes is divine.
Provided by Jason Epstein
Categories appetizer, main course
Time 1h
Yield 2 main-course servings, 4 first-course
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a stockpot just large enough to hold the lobsters, add 3 inches of water and 1 tablespoon of salt. When the water boils, add the lobster bodies, return water to a boil and poach for 3 minutes. Remove lobsters and twist off the legs and discard. Remove the large claws and knuckles and return them to the pot. Boil for 2 minutes, remove, rinse under cold water and when cool enough to handle crack the claws and knuckles and remove the meat. Set aside.
- In a cocotte or a casserole with a lid just large enough to hold the lobsters snugly, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Cut the carrots into thin rounds and sauté them. Melt 2 more tablespoons of butter in the pan with the carrots. Add the onions and a pinch of salt and sauté until the onions are soft but not brown. Add the Sauternes, orange juice, the remaining butter, the ginger, the saffron, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Add the lobster bodies, return the liquid to a boil, cover and boil for 4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 3 minutes.
- Remove the lobsters and split them in half lengthwise using a heavy chef's knife. Remove the meat and discard the shells.
- Add the claw meat to the liquid and warm it over a low flame. Arrange the tail meat on plates, and distribute the claw meat equally. If necessary, reduce the liquid, season with sea salt and pepper and stir in parsley. Divide the reduction evenly among the lobsters.
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Kalindu Nirmal
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.
Bosede Adeyi
[email protected]This is a classic dish that is sure to impress your guests.
friends and besties
[email protected]This dish was very time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. It was a hit at my dinner party.
dark web
[email protected]I'm not a fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lobster was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.
Liz Mash
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special dinner.
Safiyyah Wright
[email protected]This dish was very impressive. I served it at a dinner party and everyone raved about it.
Samiul Sajid
[email protected]I had some trouble finding Sauternes, but I eventually found it at a wine store.
Rashid abdulai
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it.
Pricky Crossbreed
[email protected]I made this for my wife's birthday and she loved it. She said it was the best lobster she's ever had.
Irfan Bukhari
[email protected]This is a special occasion dish. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it for a special dinner.
Najmul Hossain
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lobster, but I really enjoyed this dish. The Sauternes sauce was very flavorful.
Nerob Saha
[email protected]This dish was amazing! The lobster was cooked to perfection and the Sauternes sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.
Daniela Tapia
[email protected]5 stars! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.
Jackson Kids
[email protected]I made this last night and it was delicious. The hardest part was finding the lobster, but it was worth it.
Sain Dino
[email protected]This is a stunning dish. The lobster was perfectly cooked, tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.