Best 5 Best Lobster And Pasta Recipes

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Lobster and pasta, a luxurious and delectable seafood dish, tantalizes taste buds with its rich flavors and elegant presentation. Indulge in a culinary journey as we explore a collection of carefully curated recipes that showcase the harmonious union of succulent lobster and perfectly cooked pasta. From classic preparations to innovative twists, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience.

Embark on a culinary adventure with our first recipe, Lobster Fra Diavolo, where succulent lobster and tender pasta dance in a spicy and flavorful tomato sauce. Savor the heat of the chili peppers, the tang of the tomatoes, and the sweetness of the lobster, all coming together in perfect harmony.

Transport yourself to the coastal regions of Italy with our Lobster Puttanesca, a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Capers, olives, and anchovies add a briny and savory depth to the sauce, while the lobster provides a delicate sweetness that balances the bold flavors.

Experience the epitome of luxury with our Lobster Thermidor, a classic French dish that exudes extravagance and sophistication. Indulge in the creamy and indulgent sauce made with lobster meat, cognac, and cream, enveloping the perfectly cooked pasta. Savor the richness of this iconic dish, fit for any special occasion.

For those seeking a lighter and refreshing take on this classic pairing, our Lobster and Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad offers a delightful option. Fresh and crisp summer vegetables, such as asparagus, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, provide a vibrant contrast to the succulent lobster meat. Dressed in a light and tangy vinaigrette, this salad is perfect for a warm summer day.

Finally, our Lobster and Shrimp Scampi Pasta brings together two of the sea's most prized delicacies in a delightful medley of flavors. Succulent lobster and shrimp are sautéed in a luscious scampi sauce made with butter, garlic, white wine, and lemon. Served over al dente pasta, this dish is a true celebration of seafood.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LOBSTER PASTA



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I had a whole steamed lobster left over from Valentine's Day, so I used it in this quick, easy microwave recipe.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Lobster

Time 14m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 lbs lobsters, steamed, shelled, and cut into chunks
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 scallions, sliced
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste
1/2 lb whole wheat spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large pot bring water to a boil.
  • Add spaghetti and cook 9 minutes, until al dente.
  • Separate the lobster tail and cut in half lengthwise, then into slices crosswise.
  • Crack the claws and take out the meat.
  • Add butter, garlic, and olive oil to a large microwave safe bowl and cook for 2 minutes until garlic softens.
  • Add scallions, spices, and lobster and microwave an additional 1 1/2- 2 minutes until heated through.
  • Drain spaghetti and add to bowl, toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 910.6, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 390.9, Sodium 1315.6, Carbohydrate 88.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.6, Protein 64.4

LOBSTER PASTA



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Excellent lobster pasta . . . lobster lovers that love Italian dig in! Perfect for Valentines Day!

Provided by Toree

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Lobster

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large (2 pound) fresh lobster
3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 cup heavy cream
1 (8 ounce) package dried spaghetti
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the lobster and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until bright red.
  • As soon as the lobster starts cooking, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and 3 cloves of garlic. Cook and stir just to release the liquid. Do not let them brown.
  • When the lobster comes out of the pot, place it on a cutting board and use a big knife to cut it in half lengthwise. Place the halves meaty side down into the skillet with the onion and garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Bring another pot of water to a boil and season with a little salt. Add the spaghetti and cook for 8 minutes, or until tender. If you want to save time and a pot, you could boil the pasta in the lobster water since it is already boiling, just add salt.
  • Add the tomatoes to the skillet and turn the heat up to high to bring to a boil. Add the olive oil, salt, pepper and cinnamon. Cook, stirring constantly for 5 to 7 minutes. Slowly pour in the cream, stirring constantly. The sauce will become a nice pink color. Turn the heat down to medium-low. Keep warm, stirring occasionally until the pasta is done.
  • Drain the spaghetti and place on a large serving plate. Stir in the remaining butter and garlic. Pour the tomato sauce over the spaghetti and arrange the two lobster halves in the center. Sprinkle all over with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 878.9 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 239.7 mg, Fat 49.1 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 47.8 g, SaturatedFat 23.3 g, Sodium 3425.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

SPICY LOBSTER PASTA



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 Fresno chile, minced (leave in the ribs and seeds for extra spice)
1 medium yellow onion, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
One 28-ounce can whole tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound spaghetti
Two 8-ounce lobster tails, fresh or frozen and defrosted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
Good-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chile flakes, garlic, Fresno chile and onions and cook until the onions are tender and fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the white wine and bring to a low simmer. Stir in the tomatoes, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until reduced slightly, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta and keep warm.
  • Add the lobster tails to the sauce, cover and cook for about 5 minutes (they will not be cooked through at this point). Remove the lobster to a cutting board and carefully use a knife to split open the tails on the backside. Remove the meat and coarsely chop.
  • Add the lobster meat back to the sauce along with a few tablespoons of the pasta water and the spaghetti. Toss to coat, adding more pasta water if the sauce is too dry. Toss in the parsley and mint. Drizzle with a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil, if desired. Serve immediately.

CREAMY LOBSTER LINGUINE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 slices bacon, chopped
3 shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups tomato puree
1/4 cup cream
1 pound linguine
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1 cup baby arugula, roughly chopped
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves, roughly chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
Two 1 1/2-pound lobsters, steamed, meat removed

Steps:

  • Heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and bacon and cook until the bacon is beginning to crisp, 8 minutes. Add the shallots, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 3 minutes, until fragrant. Add the salt, tomato puree and cream; stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine for 1 minute less than the package instructions, about 10 minutes. Using tongs, remove the pasta from the water and add it directly to the pan with the sauce. Sprinkle the cheese directly on the naked pasta and toss to coat in sauce. Add up to 1 cup of the pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed. Stir in the arugula, basil, tarragon, peas and lobster meat; simmer until everything is heated through, 1 minute. Serve with additional Parmesan if desired.

LOBSTER PASTA WITH YELLOW TOMATOES AND BASIL



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This is an uncomplicated dish for warm weather and sunny days. Olive oil, garlic, hot pepper, barely warmed tomatoes and tons of fresh basil are the only ingredients besides lobster and dried pasta, preferably a variety with a bit of texture, like frilly edged reginette, cooked perfectly al dente. The only real work is cooking the lobsters and chopping the meat. Once that's done, go out and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, pastas, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 lobsters, 1 1/4 pounds each, or 1 pound cooked lobster meat
1 pound sturdy pasta, like mafaldine, reginetti, lasagnetti, long ziti, macaroni, bucatini or rigatoncini
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 large shallots, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups chopped yellow tomato or halved yellow cherry tomatoes
Salt and pepper
2 handfuls basil leaves, torn or roughly chopped

Steps:

  • If using whole lobsters, cook them in abundant boiling water for 6 minutes. Cool, remove meat from tail, claws and knuckles, and chop into 1/2-inch chunks.
  • Bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil and cook pasta.
  • Meanwhile, pour olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots and cook for 1 minute, without browning. Add garlic and red pepper and cook for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and season generously with salt and pepper. Add lobster meat, stir to coat, cook 1 minute, then turn off heat until pasta is ready.
  • When pasta is al dente, drain, add to skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Toss well and transfer to a warmed wide bowl or platter. Add basil, toss once more and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 685, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 74 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1618 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh lobster: The fresher the lobster, the better the flavor of your dish will be. If you can, try to buy live lobster and cook it yourself.
  • Cook the lobster properly: Lobster can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most popular methods are boiling and steaming. Be careful not to overcook the lobster, or it will become tough and chewy.
  • Choose the right pasta: There are many different types of pasta that can be used with lobster, but some of the most popular are linguine, spaghetti, and fettuccine. Choose a pasta that will hold up well to the sauce and won't get too soggy.
  • Make a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really brings a lobster and pasta dish together. There are many different recipes for lobster sauce, but some of the most popular ingredients include butter, garlic, white wine, and cream.
  • Don't forget the garnish: A simple garnish can really elevate the look of your dish. Some popular garnishes for lobster and pasta include chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon wedges.

Conclusion:

Lobster and pasta is a classic dish that is perfect for any special occasion. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and impressive lobster and pasta dish that your friends and family will love.

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