Description
This creamy tomato and lobster pasta is a luxurious yet simple dish combining tender lobster meat with a rich, velvety tomato cream sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine or linguine. Infused with fresh garlic, basil, and a hint of lemon, it’s an elegant and satisfying meal perfect for special occasions or a decadent weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
Sauce and Seafood
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnishes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Prepare Sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Mix in heavy cream until the sauce is well combined and creamy.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet with the creamy tomato sauce. Gently toss to coat the pasta evenly.
- Add Lobster: Fold in the chopped cooked lobster meat carefully so it blends with the pasta and sauce without breaking up too much.
- Season and Finish: Season the dish with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Sprinkle the chopped basil over the top and mix slightly.
- Serve: Plate the pasta while hot and garnish each serving with grated Parmesan cheese for a rich finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor; dried basil will not have the same vibrant taste.
- Cook pasta just until al dente to avoid it getting mushy when combined with the sauce.
- If fresh lobster is not available, frozen cooked lobster meat works well and is convenient.
- You can adjust the creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream based on your preference.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the pasta at its best texture and flavor.