Baked Stuffed Lobster for Two
Indulge in the ultimate gourmet seafood experience with this Baked Stuffed Lobster for Two, a romantic dinner tailored for special occasions. This dish features tender whole lobsters, split and filled with a decadent stuffing made from succulent lump crab meat, chopped shrimp, buttery breadcrumbs, and a touch of garlic and parsley for vibrant flavor. Topped with melted butter and baked to golden perfection, this recipe combines the rich flavors of the ocean with the comforting aroma of a home-cooked meal. Ready in under an hour, this elegant entrée is irresistibly flavorful and makes an unforgettable centerpiece for your table, especially when paired with a crisp white wine and fresh lemon wedges. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is an easy yet luxurious way to elevate any evening meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Whole live lobsters
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Shallot
- 4 ounces Cooked shrimp
- 4 ounces Crab meat (lump)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Prepare the lobsters by placing them on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut each lobster in half lengthwise, starting from the head and working your way down the tail. Remove the tomalley (green part) and rinse the cavity under cold water. Pat dry and place the lobster halves, shell-side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Mince the garlic and finely chop the shallot, then add them to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Roughly chop the cooked shrimp and add it to the skillet along with the crab meat. Stir to combine and warm through, about 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until the stuffing is well combined. The mixture should be moist but not soggy.
Divide the stuffing evenly among the prepared lobster halves, gently pressing it into the cavity of each lobster.
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle it over the stuffed lobsters.
Bake the lobsters in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and the lobster meat is opaque and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve the baked stuffed lobsters hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.9 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 637 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 3805 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 130.0 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 725 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1769 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
