Ultimate Garlic Butter Lobster Pasta – Fancy Yet Easy! 🍝🦞🧄
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Pasta
12 oz (340g) linguine or fettuccine
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 lb (450g) cooked lobster meat, chopped (or shrimp)
1/2 cup white wine (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Boil Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Prepare the Sauce
Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Add Tomatoes and Lobster: Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the chopped lobster meat and cook briefly to heat through.
Deglaze with Wine: If using, pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in lemon juice.
Combine Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the remaining butter. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a silky sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve
Plate the Dish: Serve the garlic butter lobster pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Tips and Variations
Add Greens: Toss in some spinach or arugula for added flavor and nutrition.
Switch Proteins: Substitute lobster with shrimp or scallops if desired.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your Ultimate Garlic Butter Lobster Pasta – a luxurious yet easy dish