New york times lobster moana

5 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Live lobster 2 to 2 1/2 lbs.
2tablespoonsOil
1cloveGarlic, minced
2tablespoonsRum
½cupChicken or veal broth
1cupBean sprouts
1cupWater chestnuts, sliced
1cupSnow peas
cupChinese cabbage, coarsley cut
Salt & fresh black pepper
1Egg, beaten

Directions

1>. Cook the lobster. Cool, clean and remove the meat from the shell.

Slice. 2>. In a skillet, or wok, heat the oil and the sliced lobster meat and garlic. Cook briefly. 3>. Add the rum, broth and vegetables and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Season with the salt and pepper. Add the egg beaten with a little of the hot sauce and cook, stirring until hot. Do not let boil.