Gourmet Lobster Newburg Crepes
Indulge in the luxurious layers of Gourmet Lobster Newburg Crepes. A timeless dish that brings decadence to your table, featuring tender and succulent lobster enveloped in creamy Newburg sauce, and elegantly rolled into delicate crepes. Originally featured in Bon Appétit, this recipe transforms special occasions and intimate gatherings into memorable culinary experiences. Ideal for brunch, lunch, or dinner, these crepes promise an extraordinary taste adventure.
4
Servings
1037.5
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
crepes
8 (prepared)
lobster meat
5 cups (cooked and chopped)
butter
8 tablespoons (unsalted)
whipping cream
3 cups (or use half and half)
paprika
3/4 teaspoon (preferably sweet paprika)
egg yolks
12 (beaten)
dry sherry
1 cup (or Madiera)
parmesan cheese
1 1/3 cups (grated)
salt
to taste (use sparingly)
white pepper
to taste (freshly ground)
Instructions
1
Melt the butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.
2
Gradually add the whipping cream and paprika, stirring to combine.
3
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg yolks thoroughly.
4
Slowly incorporate a small amount of the warmed cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking continuously to temper.
5
Gradually whisk the tempered egg yolks back into the cream mixture.
6
Add the dry sherry or Madiera, and continue cooking the sauce slowly over simmering water, stirring constantly until thickened.
7
Season the Newburg sauce with salt and freshly ground white pepper to your taste preference.
8
Gently fold in the chopped lobster meat and remove the saucepan from heat.
9
Lightly butter a small shallow baking dish suitable for holding the crepes in a single layer.
10
Use a slotted spoon to position portions of the lobster and a light drizzle of sauce along the center of each crepe.
11
Roll up the crepes snugly and situate them seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
12
Before serving, ladle the remaining Newburg sauce generously over the crepes and cover the dish.
13
Refrigerate until you are ready to bake.
14
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
15
Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the rolled crepes.
16
Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the crepes are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
17
Serve immediately for an indulgent experience.
Nutrition Information
74.25g
Fat
16.25g
Carbs
59g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Gourmet Lobster Newburg Crepes?
A luxurious dish featuring tender lobster in a creamy Newburg sauce rolled into delicate crepes.
What is the recipe category?
The recipe is categorized under Lobster.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
How many crepes are required?
You will need 8 prepared crepes.
How much lobster meat is needed?
The recipe calls for 5 cups of cooked and chopped lobster meat.
What type of butter should be used?
Use 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
Can I substitute whipping cream?
Yes, you can use half and half as an alternative to the 3 cups of whipping cream.
What kind of paprika is recommended?
Preferably 3/4 teaspoon of sweet paprika.
How many egg yolks are used in the sauce?
The sauce requires 12 beaten egg yolks.
What alcohol is used in the Newburg sauce?
You can use 1 cup of dry sherry or Madiera.
How much parmesan cheese is used?
The recipe uses 1 1/3 cups of grated parmesan cheese.
What seasonings are used?
Salt and freshly ground white pepper are used to taste.
How is the sauce cooked?
The sauce is cooked in the top of a double boiler over simmering water while stirring constantly.
How do you temper the egg yolks?
Slowly incorporate a small amount of the warmed cream mixture into the beaten egg yolks while whisking continuously.
When do you add the lobster to the sauce?
Gently fold in the chopped lobster meat after the sauce has thickened and been removed from the heat.
How should the baking dish be prepared?
Lightly butter a small shallow baking dish suitable for holding the crepes in a single layer.
How do you fill the crepes?
Use a slotted spoon to position portions of the lobster and a drizzle of sauce along the center of each crepe.
How are the crepes rolled?
Roll the crepes snugly and place them seam side down in the baking dish.
When should the remaining sauce be added?
Ladle the remaining Newburg sauce generously over the rolled crepes before covering the dish.
Can this dish be made in advance?
Yes, you can refrigerate the prepared crepes in the dish until you are ready to bake.
What is the oven temperature for baking?
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long do the crepes bake?
Bake the crepes for 12 to 15 minutes.
What indicates the dish is ready to serve?
The crepes should be heated through and the cheese should be melted and bubbly.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 1037.5 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is 74.25g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 59g of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count?
Each serving has 16.25g of carbohydrates.
Where was this recipe originally featured?
The recipe was originally featured in Bon Appétit.
What occasions are these crepes ideal for?
They are ideal for brunch, lunch, dinner, or special occasions and intimate gatherings.
What kind of pepper is specified?
The recipe specifies freshly ground white pepper.