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Mozambique Lobster

Cultural Context

Mozambique Lobster is a beloved dish that showcases the country's rich coastal cuisine, influenced by Portuguese flavors and local ingredients. Traditionally enjoyed during festive gatherings, it highlights the abundance of fresh seafood available along the coastline. Today, this dish is celebrated not only in Mozambique but also in various coastal regions around the world, where seafood lovers appreciate its vibrant flavors and aromatic spices.

MozambicanMZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 Onion chopped
3 Garlic cloves chopped
handful of parsley finely chopped
1 red or green chilli
1 lemon zest
1 Lemon juice
Paprika
Italian herbs
Fish spice
Prawn spice
black pepper

lobster

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: crab

Shrimp is more affordable and still offers a seafood flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

1

Prepare the lobster.

2

Chop the onion and garlic, and finely chop the parsley.

3

Add the chopped onion, garlic, and chilli to the skillet.

4

Add lemon zest and lemon juice to the mixture.

5

Whisk the sauce to make it creamy, adding heavy cream if desired.

6

Season the sauce with paprika, Italian herbs, fish spice, prawn spice, and black pepper.

7

Bake for 10 minutes at 200 degrees.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinggrillingsimmering

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

seafood

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Lobster MozambiqueMozambican Lobster

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