Maine Lobster Stew Recipe: How to Make Lobster Stew

• 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
• ½ medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 large Russet potato, peeled and diced
• 3 cups lobster stock
• ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 pounds freshly cooked lobster meat
• 1 tablespoon dry sherry
• 2 cups light cream, plus more if needed
• Finely chopped chives, to garnish
• Crusty bread, to serve

1. 1

   In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter.

2. 2

   Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened but not brown, about 8 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the potato, lobster stock, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a simmer.

5. 5

   Let it simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

6. 6

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter.

7. 7

   Add the lobster meat and sauté until warm, about 2 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the lobster meat to the stew and deglaze the pan with sherry.

9. 9

   Add the sherry mixture and light cream to the stew.

10. 10

    Taste and adjust seasoning.

11. 11

    To serve, ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with a spoonful of cream (if desired) and a sprinkling of chives.

12. 12

    Serve with crusty bread.

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