Description
Brown Butter Lobster Rice is an elegant yet comforting one-pan dish featuring tender lobster meat, fluffy rice, nutty brown butter, garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese. The rich seafood flavor pairs beautifully with the buttery rice, making it perfect for special occasions or an elevated weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely diced
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 3 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Cook the butter for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and nutty in aroma.
- Add shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in seafood stock, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Gently fold in the lobster meat and cook for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and chives before serving.
Notes
- Fresh lobster meat provides the best flavor, but frozen lobster can be used if thawed properly.
- Do not overcook the lobster when reheating to keep it tender.
- Seafood stock adds extra depth, though chicken broth works well too.
- A splash of cream can be added for a richer texture.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American