25-Minute Langoustine with Saffron Cream Reduction – Divine!
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A luxurious dish featuring langoustines cooked in a rich saffron cream reduction.
- Author: eva
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 8 langoustines, cleaned and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until soft.
- Add langoustines and cook for 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Pour white wine into the pan and let it reduce by half.
- Add cream and saffron. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
- Return langoustines to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh langoustines for best results.
- Do not overcook the cream to avoid separation.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg