Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of creamy lobster pasta, a dish that effortlessly combines elegance with comfort. This delightful recipe features tender lobster meat enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, complemented by the aromatic notes of garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for both intimate dinners and festive gatherings, this pasta dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. With a preparation time of under an hour, you can impress your guests without spending all day in the kitchen. Serve it with a side of crusty garlic bread or a refreshing salad to create an unforgettable meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine
- 1 pound cooked lobster meat (or 2 live lobsters)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup white grape juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs: thyme, tarragon, parsley
- Lemon zest and juice
Instructions
- If using live lobsters, boil them in salted water until bright red (8-10 minutes). Cool and extract the meat. If using cooked lobster, chop and set aside.
- Cook linguine or fettuccine in salted water according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until soft. Stir in garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in white grape juice, simmer for one minute, then add heavy cream and stir well.
- Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted; add thyme, tarragon, salt, and pepper.
- Toss drained pasta into the sauce; adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Gently fold in lobster meat along with remaining butter, parsley, lemon zest, and juice.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg