Dublin Delight

Ingredients

• 2 lobsters (about 1.5 pounds each) (680g) 2 lobsters (about 1.5 pounds each) (680g)
• 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (60ml) Irish whiskey 1/4 cup (60ml) Irish whiskey
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat: 30g (Saturated Fat: 18g)
• Carbohydrates: 4g (Sugar: 1g)
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2.
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobsters and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they turn bright red.
3. 3.
   Remove the lobsters from the pot and let them cool slightly. Once cooled, crack the shells and remove the meat, keeping the claws intact for presentation.
4. 4.
   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the lobster meat and sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
5. 5.
   Remove the lobster meat from the skillet and set aside.
6. 6.
   Deglaze the skillet with Irish whiskey, stirring to scrape up any browned bits. Allow the whiskey to reduce for a minute.
7. 7.
   Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
8. 8.
   Simmer the sauce gently for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9.
   Return the lobster meat to the skillet and toss gently to coat it with the sauce.
10. 10.
    Transfer the lobster and sauce to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until the lobster is fully heated and the sauce is bubbly.
11. 11.
    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Lobster — Ensure the lobsters are fresh and alive before cooking. Be careful when cracking the shells to remove the meat, as the shells can be sharp.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a stronger whiskey flavor, you can add an extra splash of Irish whiskey to the sauce just before serving.
• Serve Dublin Delight with crusty bread or steamed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.
• For a touch of freshness, squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the lobster before serving.
• If you don't have access to fresh lobster, you can use frozen lobster tails instead. Thaw them before cooking according to the package instructions.
• Experiment with different types of Irish whiskey to find your preferred flavor profile for the sauce.

Serving advice

Serve Dublin Delight as a main course, accompanied by a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad. Garnish each plate with a sprig of fresh parsley for an elegant touch.

Presentation advice

Arrange the lobster meat on a serving platter, drizzle the creamy sauce over it, and garnish with fresh parsley. For an extra touch of sophistication, serve the dish in individual ramekins or small cast-iron skillets.