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Lobster pasta recipe

This luxurious lobster pasta recipe combines succulent lobster meat with a creamy sauce and perfectly al dente pasta. It's an impressive dish ideal for special occasions or a romantic dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 colander
  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 mixing spoon
  • 1 tongs or pasta fork
  • 1 set measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 2 live lobsters about 1.5 lbs each, or 1 lb cooked lobster meat
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • If using live lobsters, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the lobsters and cook for about 8-10 minutes until bright red. Remove them from the pot and let them cool. Once cool, remove the lobster meat from the shells and chop it into bite-sized pieces. If using pre-cooked lobster, simply chop it into bite-sized pieces.
  • In the same pot, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  • Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes until reduced by half.
  • Add the heavy cream, cherry tomatoes, and lobster meat. Stir gently to combine and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Mix in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until reaching your desired sauce consistency.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and fold in the fresh basil.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.

Notes

Make sure to use high-quality lobster for the best flavor.
You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
Pair with a crisp white wine to enhance the dining experience.