American Lobster Stew
A classic New England lobster stew with tender chunks of sweet lobster meat in a rich, buttery broth finished with cream. Ready in under an hour with deep, luxurious flavor.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut lobster meat into 1-inch chunks. Reserve shells for broth if using whole lobsters.
Step 2
Dice onion and celery into 1/4-inch pieces. Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch cubes.
Step 3
Melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook 4 minutes until soft.
Step 4
Pour in sherry; cook 1 minute to reduce slightly, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
Step 5
Add broth and diced potatoes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 12 minutes.
Step 6
Potatoes should be just tender. Add lobster meat and stir gently until heated through, ~2 minutes.
Step 7
Pour in cream and stir to combine. Heat gently for 1 minute—do not boil.
Step 8
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread.
Tools you’ll need
- 8-quart heavy pot or Dutch oven
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- ladle
- soup bowls
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