Brazilian recipe
Garlic and Olive Oil Lobster
Garlic and olive oil lobster is a classic dish, prized for its bold flavor and the sophistication it brings to the table.
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Ingredients
1 kg lobster (whole or lobster tails)
10 large cloves of garlic (or 2 tablespoons of garlic paste)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon mixed herbs to taste
2 onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 sprigs of fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt to taste
10 large cloves of garlic (or 2 tablespoons of garlic paste)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon mixed herbs to taste
2 onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 sprigs of fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh lobster at local fish markets, specialty seafood shops, or the seafood counter of most well-stocked grocery stores. Fresh produce and herbs are available in the produce section of any supermarket.
Method
- Cook the lobster in a pressure cooker with a little water and a drizzle of olive oil for 10 minutes
- If using lobster tails, cook in a standard pot for 20 minutes with a little olive oil
- Drain all the water after cooking
- Wait for the lobster to cool completely
- Separate the meat from the shell
- Remove the central vein located on the top of the body
- Season the meat with the crushed garlic and herbs
- Let it rest for at least 30 minutes to develop the flavor
- Heat the olive oil over low heat
- Fry the pieces of lobster until lightly golden
- Remove the lobster and keep it 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
Notes
This recipe uses simple techniques to highlight the texture and natural flavor of the shellfish. The secret lies in the marinating time and the careful preparation of the sautéed accompaniments.
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