Classic Lobster Stew
Rich, buttery lobster stew loaded with tender chunks of sweet lobster meat and potatoes. Ready in under 45 minutes with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 487
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced small
- 2 stalks celery, diced small
- 1 lb waxy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1.5 lb cooked lobster meat, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, ~1 minute.
- 2
Add onion and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, ~5 minutes.
- 3
Add potatoes and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, ~12 minutes.
- 4
Pour in cream and stir to combine. Heat through, ~2 minutes—do not boil.
- 5
Fold in lobster meat gently and warm for 2 minutes. The stew should look rich and golden.
- 6
Taste and season with salt and black pepper. Serve hot in bowls.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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