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Recipe for Steamed Lobster with Mung Bean Vermicelli

This elegant recipe for Steamed Lobster with Mung Bean Vermicelli brings the flavours of a Chinese restaurant to your home. Tender lobster pieces rest on a bed of seasoned vermicelli, which absorbs the rich, aromatic juices of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Simple to prepare yet full of cultural significance, this dish is perfect for celebrations or a special treat.
Please refer to the video instructions at the end of the recipe if you’d like to see how to make Steamed Lobster with Mung Bean Vermicelli in action.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 3

Equipment

  • 1 steamer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lobster tails
  • 2 bunches of dried mung bean vermicelli
  • 3 green onions
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped ginger
  • 1 tablespoon fried garlic
  • For seasoning: Salt, MSG (or chicken bouillon powder), oyster sauce, sesame oil, chicken stock (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Ingredients:
    Finely chop the ginger and garlic. For the green onions, separate the green and white parts. Finely chop the white part, which will be used for marinating the vermicelli, and set aside the green part for garnish at the end. Soak the dried mung bean vermicelli in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened, then drain thoroughly.
    In a mixing bowl, combine the softened vermicelli with the chopped white part of the green onions, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, a pinch of salt, a pinch of MSG, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Mix well to evenly coat the vermicelli. Arrange the seasoned vermicelli on a heat-resistant dish that will be placed in a steamer - choose a dish with a bit of depth to hold the juices later.
    Cut the lobster tails in half lengthwise, then cut each piece in half again. Place the lobster pieces on top of the vermicelli.
    In a small bowl, mix the finely minced garlic and ginger. Add ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ tablespoon of sesame oil, and enough oil to lightly coat the mixture. Stir well to combine.
    Spread the garlic-ginger mixture evenly over the lobster meat.
  • Cook:
    Place the prepared dish in a steamer and steam for 10 minutes, or until the lobster is fully cooked.
    If desired, pour a small amount of chicken stock over the vermicelli to make the dish slightly soupier.
    Once done, turn off the heat and sprinkle the remaining green onions and fried garlic over the lobster.
    Heat a small amount of oil until hot, then drizzle it over the lobster for added aroma and flavour.
  • Serve:
    Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy!

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