This sophisticated chilled soup is a study in clarity and freshness. The base is a remarkably clear “water” made by extracting the essence of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil, strained overnight to remove all pulp and seeds. The result is a delicate, aromatic broth that serves as the perfect canvas for the rich, sweet flavor of cooked lobster meat. Crisp cucumber adds a necessary crunch and cooling contrast. It’s an ideal dish for warm weather entertaining or as a light, palate-cleansing starter. The presentation in small demitasse cups makes it feel luxurious and refined, while the ingredients remain simple and high-quality.
Chilled Basil Water With Lobster And Cucumber
Description
This sophisticated chilled soup is a study in clarity and freshness. The base is a remarkably clear "water" made by extracting the essence of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil, strained overnight to remove all pulp and seeds. The result is a delicate, aromatic broth that serves as the perfect canvas for the rich, sweet flavor of cooked lobster meat. Crisp cucumber adds a necessary crunch and cooling contrast. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for warm weather entertaining or as a light, palate-cleansing starter. The presentation in small demitasse cups makes it feel luxurious and refined, while the ingredients remain simple and high-quality.Ingredients
Directions
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Blend the ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, sugar, salt, and pepper lightly in a food processor until smooth.
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Place a lint-free towel or three layers of muslin cloth over a stainless steel bowl.
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Pour the tomato mixture into the cloth, tie it up securely, and suspend it over the bowl to drip overnight in the refrigerator.
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Discard the pulp and reserve the clear liquid, which serves as the basil water base.
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Cook lobster tails until just done, then remove meat from the shell and finely dice it.
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Peel the cucumber and finely dice it into small cubes.
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Chop fresh basil leaves into a fine chiffonade.
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Chill four demitasse cups in the refrigerator.
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Spoon the diced lobster, cucumber, and basil chiffonade into the bottom of each chilled cup.
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Carefully pour the chilled basil water over the ingredients in each cup.
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Serve immediately with crisp melba toast on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 80.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.0g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 21.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 16.9g6%
- Dietary Fiber 5.2g21%
- Sugars 11.1g
- Protein 4.4g9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
