Description
Ina Garten’s creamy eggs with lobster and crab showcase luxurious breakfast elegance. Delicate seafood and rich cream unite for an indulgent morning masterpiece you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 extra-large eggs
- 4 oz (113 g) cooked lobster meat, ½-inch diced
- 4 oz (113 g) cooked jumbo lump crabmeat
- 4 tbsps (57 g or ½ stick) unsalted butter, divided
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half, divided
- ½ red Holland bell pepper, small-diced
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) minced fresh chives, plus extra for serving
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Seafood Preparation: Warm butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat, sautéing diced bell pepper until tender and translucent. Add lobster and crabmeat, seasoning with salt and black pepper, and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
- Creamy Egg Cooking: Melt remaining butter in the skillet over medium-low heat. Pour egg mixture, continuously stirring and folding with a rubber spatula for 6-8 minutes until creamy and soft.
- Final Fusion: Fold reserved seafood mixture into the creamy eggs, creating a harmonious blend. Drizzle additional cream into the skillet to enhance richness.
- Serving: Garnish with chopped chives, adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately while eggs are warm and luxurious.
Notes
- Seafood Selection: Choose fresh, high-quality lobster and crab meat for the most vibrant and authentic flavor profile.
- Heat Control: Maintain a gentle medium-low temperature when cooking eggs to prevent overcooking and achieve creamy, soft texture.
- Timing Matters: Watch eggs closely during 6-8 minute cooking process, continuously stirring to prevent sticking and ensure smooth consistency.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the optimal temperature and luxurious blend of seafood and creamy eggs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 476
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 680 mg