Ingredients:
1 1/2 lb of fresh mussels
1 lb of lobster meat (cooked and chopped)
1/2 cup of diced onion
2 cloves of garlic (minced)
1/2 cup of white wine
1/2 cup of chicken stock
1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
3 tbsp of olive oil
1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Clean the mussels and discard any that are open or cracked. Scrub them with a brush under cold water and remove the beards. Set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Pour in the white wine and chicken stock and bring to a boil.
4. Add the mussels, cover the pot, and cook for 5-6 minutes until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that have not opened.
5. Remove the mussels from the pot, and strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve. Reserve the liquid in a separate bowl. Set aside.
6. In a separate pan, heat up a little bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked lobster meat and cook it for 2-3 minutes until it becomes a little crispy.
7. Add the reserved liquid from the mussels to the lobster pan and cook it for 1-2 minutes until the sauce becomes thick.
8. Add the cooked mussels, chopped parsley, and basil to the lobster pan. Gently toss the ingredients together and cook for 1-2 minutes until everything has become heated through.
9. Season the dish with salt and pepper, to taste.
10. Serve the lobster mussels hot, with slices of crusty bread on the side.
Conclusion:
Lobster mussels are a mouthwatering seafood dish that you can enjoy in different ways. This recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to suit different preferences. It is perfect for special occasions or even for a weeknight meal. With this recipe, you can impress your loved ones with a restaurant-quality dish that is easy to make in the comfort of your own home. Give it a try, and we guarantee that you will fall in love with lobster mussels. Enjoy!