Brazilian recipe
Lobster with Garlic and Oil
Lobster with Garlic and Oil is a classic dish, valued for its bold flavor and the sophistication it brings to the table.
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Ingredients
1 kg lobster (whole or tail meat)
10 large garlic cloves (or 2 tablespoons garlic paste)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon mixed herbs, to taste
2 chopped onions
1 chopped green bell pepper
1 chopped red bell pepper
4 ripe chopped tomatoes
4 sprigs cilantro, chopped
Salt to taste
10 large garlic cloves (or 2 tablespoons garlic paste)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon mixed herbs, to taste
2 chopped onions
1 chopped green bell pepper
1 chopped red bell pepper
4 ripe chopped tomatoes
4 sprigs cilantro, chopped
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Lobster can be found in the seafood section of most supermarkets, specialty seafood markets, or fishmongers. Pre-cooked lobster tails are also often available in the frozen section of large supermarkets.
Garlic and onions are standard produce items available in any supermarket produce aisle.
Mixed herbs like parsley, chives, or dill can be found fresh in the produce section or dried in the spice aisle of supermarkets.
Bell peppers and tomatoes are standard produce items available in any supermarket produce aisle.
Cilantro is usually found fresh in the produce section of supermarkets, often in the ethnic or herb section. If fresh is unavailable, it can sometimes be found frozen.
Olive oil and salt are common pantry staples found in the oils and seasonings aisles of any supermarket.
Garlic and onions are standard produce items available in any supermarket produce aisle.
Mixed herbs like parsley, chives, or dill can be found fresh in the produce section or dried in the spice aisle of supermarkets.
Bell peppers and tomatoes are standard produce items available in any supermarket produce aisle.
Cilantro is usually found fresh in the produce section of supermarkets, often in the ethnic or herb section. If fresh is unavailable, it can sometimes be found frozen.
Olive oil and salt are common pantry staples found in the oils and seasonings aisles of any supermarket.
Preparation method
- Cook the lobster in a pressure cooker with a little water and a drizzle of olive oil for 10 minutes
- If using lobster tail meat, cook in a regular pot for 20 minutes with a little olive oil
- Drain all the water after cooking
- Let the lobster cool completely
- Separate the meat from the shell
- Remove the central vein located on the upper part of the body
- Season the meat with the crushed garlic and herbs
- Let it rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop
- Heat the olive oil over low heat
- Fry the lobster pieces until lightly golden
- Remove the lobster and keep warm
- Sauté the onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, and cilantro in the same olive oil used for frying
- Serve the hot lobster accompanied by the sautéed vegetables
Observations
This recipe uses simple techniques to enhance the natural texture and flavor of the crustacean. The secret lies in the marinating time and the careful preparation of the sautéed accompaniments.
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