Introduction
Discover a bold gastronomic combination with this Canadian lobster civet, served with a black squid ink risotto. This rich and complex dish combines the depth of the civet sauce with the unique character of the creamy risotto, for a luxurious and unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 2 live Canadian lobsters (approx. 500 g each)
- 50 ml cognac
- 200 ml red wine
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 liter fish stock
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, parsley)
- olive oil
- salt and pepper
For the risotto :
- 300 g risotto rice
- 2 sachets cuttlefish ink
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 100 ml white wine
- 1 liter hot vegetable stock
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- salt and pepper
Preparation
Prepare the civet:
- Plunge the lobsters into boiling salted water for 2 minutes, then shell them, keeping the meat and shells.
- In a large saucepan, brown the lobster shells in a little olive oil. Flambé with cognac.
- Add the onions, carrots, celery and garlic. Cook until tender.
- Pour in the red wine, add the tomato paste and bouquet garni. Simmer over low heat for 1 hour.
- Strain the sauce, return to the heat and reduce by half. Adjust the seasoning.
Cooking the risotto :
- In another saucepan, sauté the chopped onion in butter until translucent.
- Add the rice and allow to become pearly. Deglaze with white wine.
- Gradually stir in the hot stock.
- Halfway through cooking, add the squid ink and continue cooking until the rice is creamy.
- Remove from the heat and add the Parmesan and a knob of butter. Adjust the seasoning.
Finishing and serving:
- Gently reheat the lobster meat in the civet sauce.
- Serve the lobster topped with the civet sauce, with the squid ink risotto on the side.
This dish of Canadian lobster civet with squid ink risotto is a true work of culinary art, ideal for a special occasion or festive dinner. It offers an explosion of flavors that will impress even the most discerning palates. You can order this top-quality Canadian lobster directly from our website. La Halle du Midi, your fishmonger in Monaco, provides home delivery so you can enjoy this gourmet delight effortlessly at home.