Lobster Cioppino Recipe
This isn’t just cioppino. This is cioppino with lobster, which means it’s automatically better. The broth? Rich, garlicky, and packed with seafood goodness. The lobster? Sweet, succulent, and the undisputed star of the show. Grab a bib, because things are about to get messy. This dish is luxurious, bold, and not for the faint of heart. If you’re going to do cioppino, do it right—throw in a lobster and make it unforgettable.
Lobster Cioppino Recipe
A lavish seafood stew featuring lobster in a bold, tomato-based broth with wine, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups seafood broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 whole lobsters split in half
- ½ lb shrimp peeled
- ½ lb mussels cleaned
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large pot, warm olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until slightly reduced.
- Build the broth: Stir in tomatoes, seafood stock, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Bring it to a low boil.
- Add the lobster: Place split lobster halves into the broth. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Toss in the rest: Add shrimp and mussels. Simmer for another 10 minutes until mussels open and shrimp turns opaque.
- Finish and serve: Stir in parsley, squeeze in lemon juice, and serve immediately with crusty bread.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 55g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Vitamin B12: 40%
- Iron: 25%
- Calcium: 20%
- Potassium: 18%
- Vitamin A: 15%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Use fire-roasted tomatoes for extra depth.
- Add a splash of brandy for an even richer broth.
- Let the broth simmer longer before adding seafood for deeper flavor.
- Serve with toasted sourdough for the perfect bite.
