Description

This Brown Butter Lobster Roll Pasta is a decadent and flavorful dish that combines tender lobster meat with a rich brown butter sauce, lemon zest, and smoked paprika, tossed with linguine or spaghetti. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for an elegant yet easy-to-make meal, this recipe offers creamy, nutty, and citrusy flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Pasta

8 oz linguine or spaghetti

Sauce

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ cup heavy cream

Seafood and Garnish

1 pound cooked lobster meat (claw and tail, chopped)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional chives and lemon wedges for garnish

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Instructions

Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Prepare Brown Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, swirling occasionally until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 30 seconds, allowing the garlic and spices to release their flavors.
Create Sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the lemon juice and heavy cream, mixing thoroughly to combine into a smooth sauce.
Heat Lobster: Add the chopped cooked lobster meat to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until just warmed through without overcooking.
Toss Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce to desired consistency.
Finish and Season: Stir in the chopped fresh chives and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh chives and lemon wedges for an extra burst of freshness.

Notes

Substitute shrimp or crab for lobster if unavailable.
Add a splash of white wine to the brown butter before lemon juice for deeper flavor.
Pair with toasted bread or a crisp salad to complete the meal.