Ingredients
Good quality 100% durum wheat semolina pasta (like Di Martino)
Lobster (fresh or pre-cooked)
Butter
Extra virgin olive oil
Garlic, minced
Italian parsley, chopped
Dry white wine
Sea salt
Reserved pasta water
Black pepper (optional)
Squeeze of fresh lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- If using fresh lobster, cook it in boiling water for 8-10 minutes until the shells turn red and the lobster meat is opaque. Remove the lobster meat from the shell and chop it into bite-sized pieces. If using pre-cooked lobster, simply chop it into pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the dry white wine, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the chopped lobster meat to the skillet and stir gently. Then, add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. Gradually add the reserved pasta water a little at a time, stirring to create a smooth, silky sauce that coats the pasta.
- Season with sea salt to taste and freshly ground black pepper if desired. Stir in the chopped Italian parsley for a burst of color and freshness. For an extra touch of brightness, squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or lemon wedges, if desired.
Notes
If you prefer a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or finely chopped fresh chili to the garlic and butter mixture.
For a creamy version, add a splash of heavy cream or crème fraîche to the sauce for a velvety texture.
Use gluten-free pasta if needed to make the recipe gluten-free.
To avoid overcooking the lobster, be sure to remove it from the heat once the meat turns opaque.
This dish is best served immediately but can be prepped ahead by cooking the pasta and lobster separately and combining when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
