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Lobster Pot Pie

Lobster Pot Pie: Comforting Seafood Bliss at Home

Lobster Pot Pie brings rich seafood flavors together in a comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 470

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups lobster meat fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with half-and-half for lighter version
  • 1 cup chicken or seafood stock homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for added richness
  • 1 large onion chopped; yellow or sweet onions preferred
  • 2 cloves garlic minced; fresh garlic is preferable
  • 1 cup carrots diced; or swap for parsnips
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas blanched
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or dried
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh is best
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Crust
  • 2 pre-made pie crusts
  • 1 large egg for wash

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Baking Sheet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and stock, simmering until slightly thickened (3-5 minutes).
  5. Fold in lobster meat and frozen peas; simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in thyme, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Roll out one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, fill with lobster mixture.
  8. Cover with the second pie crust; seal edges and cut slits for steam.
  9. Whisk egg and brush over the top crust.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes until crust is golden brown; monitor closely after 25 minutes.
  11. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Be sure to allow the filling to cool before sealing the pie for best results.

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