Description
Garlic Butter Lobster Pasta is a luxurious dish that combines succulent lobster with a rich garlic butter sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
- 2 lobster tails, cooked and chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chopped lobster and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the lobster is heated through.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce, ensuring it is well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Ensure the lobster is fresh for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg