Creamy Lobster Pasta
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of the sea with this Creamy Lobster Pasta recipe, a gourmet dish that's surprisingly simple to make at home! Tender chunks of buttery lobster are paired with perfectly cooked pasta and swirled in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, zesty lemon, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this elegant lobster pasta is perfect for date nights, celebrations, or whenever you want to elevate your dinner menu. Whether you're a seafood lover or trying it for the first time, this recipe guarantees restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Lobster tails
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces Pasta
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Begin by cooking the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, following the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the lobster tails. Using kitchen shears, cut through the top shell of each lobster tail to the tip of the tail. Gently pull apart the shell, and remove the lobster meat. Cut the meat into 1-inch pieces.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lobster pieces to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sauté the lobster for about 3-4 minutes, or until just cooked through and opaque. Remove lobster from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Pour in the heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and well combined with the cream, creating a smooth sauce.
Add the lemon zest and 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley to the sauce, stirring well.
Return the cooked lobster to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve the lobster pasta hot, garnished with the remaining tablespoon of parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 187.4 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.7 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 803 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 5665 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 130.4 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1326 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
