Lobster Thermidor Recipe Treat yourself - Seafood Portal

Ingredients

• 2 live lobsters (about 1 ½ lbs / 680g each), or 2 cooked lobster tails (about 8oz / 225g each)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g)
• 1 small shallot, finely minced
• ¼ cup dry white wine (60 ml), e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (56g)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (16g)
• 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
• ¼ cup brandy (60 ml)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon (optional, but highly recommended)
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Paprika
• Fresh parsley sprigs