Description
A rich and creamy lobster spaghetti recipe perfect for a special occasion, offering a restaurant-quality dining experience at home.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti
- Olive Oil
- Unsalted Butter
- Minced Garlic
- Chopped Shallot
- Cooked Lobster Meat, chopped
- Heavy Cream
- Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt & Black Pepper
- Fresh Parsley, for garnish
- Fresh Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and shallots for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- Add chopped lobster meat to the pan. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add drained spaghetti to the pan with the sauce. Toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Finish with lemon juice and parsley before serving.
Notes
- For an extra touch of luxury, use fresh lobster.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Ensure the sauce is well-coated on the spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American