Ingredients
– 8 ounces of pasta (linguine or fettuccine recommended)
– 2 lobsters (1 ½ to 2 pounds), cooked and meat removed
– 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 shallot, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– Zest and juice of 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
– Old Bay seasoning (optional, for an extra kick)
Instructions
Creating an amazing Brown Butter Lobster Roll Pasta involves a few simple steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
2. Prepare the Lobster: If not using pre-cooked lobster, steam or boil the lobsters until they are fully cooked. Let cool, then extract the meat and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
3. Brown the Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Continue cooking, stirring often, as it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
4. Sauté Shallots and Garlic: Once the butter is browned, add the chopped shallots to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until softened. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Add in the lemon zest and juice, stirring well to incorporate.
6. Combine Pasta and Lobster: Add the cooked pasta and lobster meat to the skillet. Gently toss to combine, ensuring the pasta and lobster are coated in the sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
7. Season: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning if using. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning throughout the dish.
8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with freshly chopped chives for a pop of color and flavor.
This recipe is designed to be straightforward yet impressive, ensuring that even those new to cooking can achieve fantastic results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 675 kcal
- Fat: 40g
- Protein: 35g