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Chilled Basil Water With Lobster And Cucumber

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 80.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
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;€™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.
Ingredients
  • 16 Ripe Tomatoes, washed
  • 1 bn Fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
Directions
  1. 1
    Blend the ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, sugar, salt, and pepper lightly in a food processor until smooth.
  2. 2
    Place a lint-free towel or three layers of muslin cloth over a stainless steel bowl.
  3. 3
    Pour the tomato mixture into the cloth, tie it up securely, and suspend it over the bowl to drip overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. 4
    Discard the pulp and reserve the clear liquid, which serves as the basil water base.
  5. 5
    Cook lobster tails until just done, then remove meat from the shell and finely dice it.
  6. 6
    Peel the cucumber and finely dice it into small cubes.
  7. 7
    Chop fresh basil leaves into a fine chiffonade.
  8. 8
    Chill four demitasse cups in the refrigerator.
  9. 9
    Spoon the diced lobster, cucumber, and basil chiffonade into the bottom of each chilled cup.
  10. 10
    Carefully pour the chilled basil water over the ingredients in each cup.
  11. 11
    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.

Keywords: chilled soup, lobster, basil water, tomato broth, cucumber, clear soup, appetizer, summer dish, elegant, refreshing, strained, demitasse, seafood, herb, cooling, light
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