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Curried Lobster

A rich and aromatic curry featuring tender lobster meat in a spiced tomato-coconut sauce, finished with a crunchy nut topping. Perfect for a special dinner that's surprisingly easy to make.

Total time
35 min
Servings
2
Calories
650
Protein
35g
Curried Lobster
ComfortingIndulgentIndianGluten-FreeSeafoodTenderCreamyCrunchy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut the 2 lobster tails in half lengthwise and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp of the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Sear the lobster halves flesh-side down until golden, about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 1 tbsp oil, 1 chopped onion, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in 2 tbsp curry powder and 2 tbsp tomato paste, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in the 1 can coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Return the lobster to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer until lobster is cooked through, about 5 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Serve hot, sprinkled with the 0.25 cup crushed peanuts.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

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