Lobster Mornay

Savour the indulgent flavours of Lobster Mornay, a classic seafood dish featuring tender lobster topped with a creamy, cheesy Mornay sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a gourmet meal at home, this recipe highlights the sweetness of lobster and the richness of the sauce. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, it’s a must-try for seafood lovers. Order fresh, premium lobster from Pearl Seafoods, with fast and reliable delivery across Sydney, and bring this luxurious dish to your table with ease.

Recipe Information

Serves

4 people

Preparation

10 minutes

Cooking

15 minutes

Difficulty

Moderate

Ingredients

2 (about 1.8kg) cooked whole lobsters, halved lengthways, cleaned
50g butter
40g (1/4 cup) plain flour
80ml (1/3 cup) dry white wine
410ml (1 2/3 cups) warm milk
40g (1/2 cup) coarsely grated cheddar
Salt and ground white pepper
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
Potato wedges, to serve
Mixed green salad leaves, to serve

Steps

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and line a baking tray with foil.
Place the halved and cleaned cooked lobsters on the prepared tray, flesh side up. Set aside while you prepare the Mornay sauce.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a smooth roux.
Gradually add the dry white wine and warm milk to the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated cheddar until melted and smooth. Season with salt and ground white pepper to taste. Stir in the finely chopped chives.
Spoon the Mornay sauce evenly over the lobster halves, ensuring the flesh is completely covered.
Place the tray under the preheated grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce is golden and bubbling. The lobster will reheat during this step.
Serve the Lobster Mornay immediately with potato wedges and mixed green salad leaves. Enjoy!

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