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Bay Lobster Eggs Benedict

Elevate your brunch with this luxurious Bay Lobster Eggs Benedict, featuring rich flavors and vibrant ingredients that are surprisingly easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 4 pieces English muffins, split and toasted
  • 8 large eggs for poaching
  • 1 cup cooked bay lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives or parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar for poaching eggs
  • to taste salt and pepper
Hollandaise Sauce
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup
  • a pinch cayenne pepper optional, for a little kick

Method
 

Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce
  1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice.
  2. Place this bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler style). Whisk continuously until the mixture thickens just slightly.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while whisking until it's beautifully smooth. Add a pinch of cayenne if desired. Season with salt and set aside.
Poach the Eggs
  1. Fill a large saucepan with water, add the tablespoon of vinegar, and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  2. Crack each egg into a small bowl. Once the water is simmering, stir it in circles to create a whirlpool and gently slide each egg into the center.
  3. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and set them on a paper towel to drain.
Assemble Your Masterpiece
  1. On each toasted English muffin half, lay down a generous amount of chopped lobster meat.
  2. Top with a poached egg and then drizzle with the hollandaise sauce.
  3. Sprinkle with chives or parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor.

Notes

Prepare your hollandaise sauce in advance. It warms up beautifully if kept in a warm area of your kitchen. For added heartiness, consider adding thick-cut Canadian bacon or spinach under the lobster. Remember, cracking eggs into a small bowl first helps when sliding them into the water.