Description
A rich and elegant creamy tomato and lobster pasta dish featuring tender pasta tossed in a luscious tomato and cream sauce with succulent lobster meat, finished with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious seafood dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti)
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or seafood stock
- 1 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seafood & Garnish
- 1 1/2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta. Set drained pasta aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped shallot, and red pepper flakes if using. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Deglaze and Simmer Sauce: Pour in the white wine or seafood stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in tomato puree, tomato paste, and lemon juice, then simmer the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Add Cream and Lobster: Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Add the chopped cooked lobster meat and simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until the lobster is warmed through.
- Toss Pasta and Finish: Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss well to coat. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the pasta immediately, garnishing with chopped fresh basil or parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For an extra-rich flavor, add a pat of butter to the sauce just before serving.
- If lobster is unavailable, substitute with cooked shrimp or crab meat for a delicious variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Seafood
