Lobster Pasta Recipe
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5
2 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 - 6 servings
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Calories
582 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Lobster Pasta Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate lobster pasta recipe featuring sweet, tender lobster, fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, al dente pasta, and a luscious garlic butter sauce. Perfectly balanced with a hint of spice and a zesty finish, this elegant yet easy-to-make dish is a seafood lover’s dream!
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Ingredients
- 4 lobsters 1¼ pounds each, or 1 pound of cooked lobster meat (use my steamed lobster recipe and cook as directed)
- 1 pound pasta like fusili col bucco, mafaldine, bucatini, or pappardelle
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 large shallot finely diced
- 3-4 garlic finely chopped, fresh cloves
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved, mixed
- lemon zest of 1
- ¼ cup white wine such as sauvignon blanc or water, for deglazing the pan
- Reserve pasta cooking water if needed
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ½ cup basil torn or roughly chopped, fresh leaves
- ¼ cup Italian parsley roughly chopped, fresh
- fresh herbs for garnish, more
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the pasta is cooking, make the sauce. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the diced shallots and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Tomatoes: Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften and begin to release their juices, about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the white wine (or water) to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits at the bottom. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the Lobster: Add the cooked lobster meat to the pan and stir gently. Cook until the lobster is warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- Toss with Pasta: Reserve 1 cup of cooking water and drain the pasta. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly, about 1-2 minutes. Add some of the reserved pasta cooking water if the sauce needs thinning.
- Finish with Herbs and Lemon Zest: Off the heat, stir in the fresh basil, parsley, and lemon zest—season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired, and enjoy with a drizzle of olive oil!
Notes
- Top Tips:
- Use Fresh Lobster: Fresh, high-quality lobster makes a huge difference in flavor and texture.
- Cook Pasta Al Dente: Slightly undercooked pasta to keep it firm so it holds up well when tossed in the sauce.
- Reserve Pasta Water: Save some pasta water to adjust the sauce’s consistency. It adds starchiness that helps the sauce cling to the pasta.
- Fresh Herbs Last: Add the basil, parsley, and lemon zest at the end for the brightest flavor and freshest aroma.
- Low Heat for Lobster: Reheat or toss lobster over low heat to avoid overcooking, making it challenging.
- Deglaze for Depth: Don’t skip deglazing the pan with wine or water. It lifts all the flavorful bits and adds complexity to the sauce.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
582kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
53g
(18%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
31g
(48%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
109mg
(36%)
Sodium
874mg
(36%)
Potassium
319mg
(7%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1002IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
25mg
(28%)
Calcium
80mg
(8%)
Iron
13mg
(72%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 582 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 582kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 874mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1002IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 13mg | 72% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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