This is one appetizer soup that will really wow your guests!
Be sure to strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve twice to get the traditional smooth, creamy texture.
Remove the vein running through the tail.
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(If needed, rinse the lobster tails under cold running water.
Drain and pat dry with paper towels.)
Using your fingers, loosen the meat from the shells; remove and set aside.
Cut or break the shells into large pieces.
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste until the mixture is well coated.
Add brandy; cook, stirring constantly, until mostly evaporated.
Pour in seafood (or lobster) stock and chicken broth; bring to a boil over high heat.
Transfer half of the mixture to a blender.
Process until blended, about 2 minutes.
(Use caution when blending hot liquids.)
Strain the batch a second time.
Repeat with the remaining soup: blend, then strain twice.
Return both batches of strained soup to the pot.
Stir in cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, vinegar, cayenne and salt.
Divide among 8 warm bowls.
Toss the reserved lobster meat with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice.
Top each serving with some of the lobster.
Sprinkle with chives, if desired.
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As is, no, this recipe is not gluten-free.
Yes, you’re free to!
If you dont have brandy, it’s possible for you to use sherry or dry white wine.
Some examples of dry white wines are sauvignon blanc, chardonnay and pinot grigio.
If you prefer not to cook with alcohol, substitute it with more seafood stock or lobster stock.
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