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Buttered Lobster Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes Recipe

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This Buttered Lobster Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes is a decadent yet simple dish combining sweet, tender lobster meat with buttery sauce and fresh cherry tomatoes. The garlic and shallot-infused butter, deglazed with white wine, creates a rich flavor coating perfectly paired with al dente spaghetti and the brightness of lemon juice and parsley.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 1 whole lobster (lobster meat approximately 500g / 1lb)

Produce

  • 1 shallot, finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely diced
  • 1 lb cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Pantry

  • 7 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 10 oz spaghetti
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare lobster meat: Cook the whole lobster by boiling or steaming until fully cooked, then remove the meat and chop it into bite-sized pieces, keeping it aside for later use.
  2. Cook spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
  3. Make the butter sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the finely diced shallot and garlic and sauté gently until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes: Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they start to blister and soften, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits, and allow the wine to reduce by half to concentrate the flavor.
  6. Add lobster meat: Return the lobster meat to the skillet and gently toss to combine and warm through, cooking for 2-3 minutes more.
  7. Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve: Plate the pasta immediately while warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Fresh lobster provides the best flavor, but cooked lobster meat can be used as a shortcut.
  • Use a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for deglazing.
  • Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
  • For an extra touch, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving (optional).
  • Make sure not to overcook the lobster or pasta to keep textures tender and pleasant.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/buttered-lobster-pasta-with-cherry-tomatoes-recipe/