Honduran Fire and Ice Lobster

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 15
Honduran Fire and Ice Lobster with a Tropical Twist
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 fresh coconuts ( optional )
1 jalapeno , chopped , with seeds
2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
1/4 cup lobster stock
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 can unsweetened coconut milk
1 1/2 lbs cooked maine lobsters , cut into 3/4 inch dice
1/2 red onion , thinly sliced into half-moons
1/4 cup shaved coconut
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro leaves
1 batch fried plantain
1/2 cup seeded and diced red bell pepper
1 bunch watercress , leaves only
2 cups shaved coconut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
435
Sugar
12g
Fat
28g
Honduran Fire and Ice Lobster is a traditional dish from the Central American country of Honduras. This recipe puts a tropical twist on the classic seafood dish by incorporating coconut, lime, and jalapeno. The sweet lobster meat, spicy jalapeno, and crunchy coconut flakes combine to create a perfectly balanced dish that is sure to impress your guests. Serve with fried plantains on the side for a truly authentic taste of Honduras.

Instructions

1.In a blender, puree the jalapeno, ginger, lobster stock, sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
2.Add the coconut milk and blend again until combined.
3.In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cooked lobster, red onion, shaved coconut, green onions, chives, cilantro, and red bell pepper.
4.Pour the jalapeno coconut mixture over the top and toss until evenly coated.
5.Arrange the watercress on a serving platter and top with the lobster mixture.
6.Sprinkle the shaved coconut over the top and serve with fried plantains on the side.

PROS

This dish is bursting with flavor and texture from the sweet lobster meat, spicy jalapeno, and crunchy coconut flakes.

The tropical twist on this classic dish is sure to impress your guests.

CONS

The recipe requires a few specialty ingredients like lobster stock and fresh coconuts, which may be difficult to find in some areas.

The dish may be too spicy for some taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The maine lobster used in this recipe is a great source of lean protein and contains important vitamins and minerals like B12, zinc, and phosphorus.
The coconut milk used in this recipe is high in healthy fats and lauric acid which supports cardiovascular health.
The dish also contains ginger which has been shown to help with digestion and reduce inflammation.

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