Description
Indulge in a plate of Garlic Butter Lobster Bites with Saffron Mash, combining succulent lobster in garlic butter with creamy saffron-infused potatoes for a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lobster meat, cooked and chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Bring water to a rolling boil in a saucepan, then add diced potatoes and simmer until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Steep saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of hot water for about 5 minutes.
- Combine saffron water with milk, butter, salt, and pepper in the potatoes and mash until creamy.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate the chopped lobster meat, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the saffron mash on a plate and top with the garlic butter lobster. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Ensure the lobster is fresh for optimal tenderness. Adjust the seasoning to taste for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg