Description
This Lobster Ravioli in Garlic Butter Sauce recipe offers a rich and indulgent Italian-American dish featuring tender lobster-filled ravioli tossed in a luscious garlic butter cream sauce, finished with Parmesan and fresh parsley for a perfect weeknight dinner or special occasion treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Ravioli
- 18–20 lobster ravioli (store-bought or homemade)
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lobster ravioli according to the package instructions, usually about 4–5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the garlic butter sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly.
- Toss ravioli in sauce: Add the cooked lobster ravioli to the skillet and gently toss to coat them evenly with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 1–2 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce before adding the cream.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with sautéed spinach or crusty garlic bread on the side.
- If using homemade lobster ravioli, adjust cooking time carefully to avoid overcooking.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic while cooking the sauce as it can turn bitter.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best melting and flavor results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
