– 2 whole lobsters (about 1.5 lbs each)
– 1 cup fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup diced onion
– 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
– 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Making Stuffed Lobster with Shrimp is a straightforward process when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Lobsters: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add lobsters and cook for about 8-10 minutes. Remove and let cool. Once cool, split each lobster in half lengthwise and remove the meat.
3. Chop Lobster Meat: Chop the reserved lobster meat into small bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
4. Cook Vegetables: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
5. Combine Filling: In the mixing bowl with lobster meat, add the sautéed vegetables, shrimp, breadcrumbs, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until combined.
6. Stuff Lobsters: Divide the shrimp mixture evenly among the lobster halves, packing it in generously.
7. Bake: Place the stuffed lobsters on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is golden and cooked through.
8. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
These steps will have you enjoying your own Stuffed Lobster with Shrimp in no time. Enjoy the cooking experience!