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lobster pasta

This delicious Lobster Pasta combines succulent lobster meat with al dente pasta, all tossed in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for special occasions, this dish is sure to impress your guests.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 620 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 colander
  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 set measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz linguine or fettuccine
  • 2 lobsters about 1.5 lbs or 680g each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  • In a separate pot of salted water, add the lobsters and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they turn bright red. Remove them from the pot, allow them to cool slightly, then crack the shells and extract the meat. Cut the lobster meat into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes. Add the white wine and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting the alcohol evaporate.
  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Gently fold in the cooked lobster meat and the drained pasta into the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
  • Serve the lobster pasta in bowls with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
You can substitute the lobster with shrimp if desired.
This dish is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.