Lobster Thermidor and Caesar Salad

Luxurious lobster thermidor served with a crisp romaine Caesar salad and homemade croutons.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1208.8 kcals 4835.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 22 grams 88 grams
Fat 106.4 grams 425.6 grams
Protein 35.6 grams 142.4 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
0.5
tsp
1
tbsp
Dairy
25
g
Butter
null
110
ml
25
g
Parmesan
grated, for lobster topping
4
piece
Egg Yolks
free-range
4
tbsp
Parmesan
grated, for salad
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon
juice only
GrainsCereals
2
slice
Country Bread
thick slices, cut into 2cm cubes
Liquids
3
tbsp
Brandy
null
2
tbsp
White Wine
for the lobster
150
ml
150
ml
White Wine
for the salad dressing
NutsSeeds
2
tbsp
Flat leaf Parsley
chopped, fresh
1
package
Sea Salt
to taste
1
package
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
2
clove
Garlic
peeled
4
tbsp
Flat leaf Parsley
chopped, fresh, for salad
OilsFats
150
ml
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
plus extra for frying
150
ml
Seafood
2
piece
Lobster
750g each, pre-cooked
3
piece
Anchovy Fillets
roughly chopped
Vegetables
1
piece
Shallot
peeled and finely chopped
1
head
Romaine Lettuce
roughly chopped

Steps

  • Cut the lobster in half and remove meat from claws, tail, and head.
  • Chop meat into bitesize pieces and return them to the shell.
  • Sauté shallots in butter until softened.
  • Simmer brandy, wine, stock, and cream until reduced by half.
  • Stir in mustard, herbs, and lemon juice then season.
  • Preheat the grill to high.
  • Spoon sauce over lobster, top with parmesan, and grill for 4 minutes until golden.
  • Simmer garlic in white wine for 5 minutes until soft.
  • Mix garlic wine with mustard, egg yolks, and anchovies then blend until smooth.
  • Gradually whisk in olive and rapeseed oils until emulsified then season.
  • Coat 2cm bread cubes in oil and seasonings.
  • Fry croutons for 3 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
  • Toss lettuce, parsley, croutons, dressing, and parmesan together.
  • Serve the lobster immediately alongside the fresh salad.