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Langoustines à la Monaco

A luxurious seafood dish featuring tender langoustines sautéed with garlic, herbs, and a touch of citrus, often served over a bed of fresh greens.

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings2
DifficultyMedium
Langoustines à la Monaco - Monaco traditional dish

🧂 Ingredients

  • 500 g Langoustines(peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 oz Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
  • 2 tsp Fresh basil(chopped)
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 1 tsp Orange zest
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 2 cups Mesclun greens(for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the langoustines: peel and devein them. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Season the langoustines with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Add the langoustines to the hot skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Add the minced garlic, lemon zest, and orange zest to the skillet. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Stir in the chopped fresh basil.

  7. 7

    Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the langoustines immediately over a bed of mesclun greens.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Ensure langoustines are fresh for the best flavor.
  • Do not overcook the langoustines, as they can become tough.
  • A splash of white wine can be added to the pan after cooking the langoustines for extra flavor.

🔄 Variations

  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious pan juices.
  • Substitute shrimp or prawns if langoustines are unavailable.

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