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Buttered Lobster Pasta

Buttered Lobster Pasta: Your New Luxurious Dinner Delight

Buttered Lobster Pasta is a luxurious seafood dish featuring tender lobster, creamy garlic sauce, and fettuccine, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster
  • 2 tails Lobster the star of the dish; use fresh or frozen
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Fettuccine or Linguine a hearty base; gluten-free pasta is a great substitute
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter adds richness and creaminess to the sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) provides aromatic depth; use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream creates a luxurious sauce; swap with half-and-half for lighter texture
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly Grated) adds nutty flavor; Pecorino Romano is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice brightens the dish; fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest enhances lemon flavor; can be omitted
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped) adds color and freshness; can substitute with basil or chives
  • to taste Salt and Pepper essential for flavor enhancement
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes (Optional) adds a touch of heat; use according to spice preference

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • colander
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add lobster tails and cook for 8-10 minutes until bright red.
  2. In the same water, add fettuccine or linguine and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  3. Once the lobster cools, crack shells and extract the meat. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Reduce heat and stir in cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add pasta and lobster meat to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with sauce. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Heat for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Plate the pasta and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure lobster tails are bright red when cooked; fresh ingredients like garlic and lemon elevate flavor.

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