LOBSTER CANTONESE
This is the kind of over-the-top meal guests will talk about for days afterward, and it's actually much easier to prepare than it might seem. Lobster, ground pork, and a host of Asian condiments create a riot of complementary flavors.
Provided by Paul Grimes
Categories Wok Pork Shellfish Stir-Fry Dinner Seafood Lobster Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring 6 quarts water with 3 tablespoons salt to a boil in an 8- to 10-quart pot over high heat.
- Meanwhile, stir together cornstarch, broth, rice wine, soy sauce, sugar, and pepper in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved.
- Plunge lobsters headfirst into boiling water, then cover tightly and cook for 2 minutes from time lobsters enter water. Transfer lobsters with tongs to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking (lobsters will not be fully cooked), then drain lobsters in a colander. When cool enough to handle, twist off tail and claws (including joints) of 1 lobster. Cut body in half lengthwise through shell with shears, then remove and discard sand sacs from inside head. Cut body in half again crosswise. Halve tail lengthwise through shell with a cleaver or large heavy knife, then cut each half crosswise into 4 pieces. Working with same lobster, 1 claw at a time, wrap claws with joints in a kitchen towel and twist off claws from joints. Unwrap claws, then crack joints with a mallet or back of a large heavy knife. Chop claws in half lengthwise between pincers with a cleaver or large heavy knife. Transfer lobster pieces to a bowl, keeping meat in shells. Repeat with second lobster, putting pieces of second lobster in another bowl.
- Heat wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates instantly. Pour 1 tablespoon vegetable oil down side of wok, then tilt wok to swirl oil, coating side. When oil begins to smoke, add pieces of 1 lobster and stir-fry just until meat starts to turn opaque, about 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer cooked lobster with a slotted spoon to a large bowl. Repeat with second lobster, transferring cooked pieces to same bowl.
- Add remaining tablespoon vegetable oil to wok, swirling to coat, then add beans, garlic, ginger, scallions, and pork and stir-fry until pork is no longer pink, about 1 minute.
- Stir cornstarch mixture, then add to pork in wok and bring to a boil. Add lobster and stir to coat, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, 2 minutes. Remove lid and pour eggs over lobster mixture in a thin circular stream. Cover wok and simmer just until eggs begin to set, 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle with sesame oil, then gently toss. Serve immediately.
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Sah Jan
[email protected]I'm going to make this dish for my next dinner party. I'm sure my guests will love it!
Durga Pandit
[email protected]I'm allergic to shellfish, so I can't try this recipe. It looks delicious though!
Tosin Tonero
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I'll stick to simpler lobster dishes.
Onyedaka Esthre
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but this dish was surprisingly good. The lobster was tender and the sauce was flavorful.
Aduma Bethel
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The lobster was tough and the sauce was bland.
farzeb Khattak
[email protected]The lobster was a little overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely try this recipe again.
Bert Irvine
[email protected]I love the combination of lobster and ginger in this dish. It's a perfect balance of flavors.
chloe laing
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lobster was cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredible.
Octavian Moyo
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The lobster is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and rich.
Takudzwa Murwira
[email protected]This was my first time making Lobster Cantonese and it turned out amazing! The sauce was delicious and the lobster was cooked perfectly. My family loved it!