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Enchilado de Langosta
Enchilado de Langosta is a tantalizing Cuban seafood dish that showcases the rich flavors of succulent lobster, perfectly complemented by a vibrant tomato sauce infused with spices. The dish is a celebration of Caribbean culinary tradition, often enjoyed during festive gatherings and special occasions. Each bite offers a delightful combination of sweetness from the lobster and a spicy kick from the cayenne pepper, making it a true gastronomic delight.
Ingredients
- Lobster tails
- 4, halved lengthwise
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons, divided
- Salt
- to taste
- Pepper
- to taste
- Paprika
- 1 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Red bell pepper
- 1, diced
- Onion
- 1, chopped
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Tomato sauce
- 1 cup
- Fresh cilantro
- for garnish
- Lime wedges
- for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Using kitchen shears, cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise, taking care not to cut through the shell completely.
- Brush the flesh of the lobster tails with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the lobster tails flesh side down on the grill. Grill for about 5 minutes, until grill marks appear.
- Flip the lobster tails over and continue grilling for another 5 minutes, or until the meat is opaque and cooked through.
- Remove the lobster tails from the grill and set aside to rest.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced red bell pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Carefully add the grilled lobster tails to the skillet, coating them with the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to reheat the lobster and integrate the flavors.
- Serve the Enchilado de Langosta hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a burst of acidity.
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the tomato sauce while it simmers.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 20g Carbs: 12g Protein: 30g Sodium: 600mg Sugar: 5g
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