Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of the sea with this Brown Butter Lobster Roll Pasta recipe. Tender lobster meat tossed in a rich and nutty brown butter sauce, combined with al dente pasta and zesty lemon, topped with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and Parmesan for a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
Brown Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional:
- 8 oz cooked lobster meat, claw and tail, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
- Crushed butter crackers or toasted breadcrumbs for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Prepare the Brown Butter Sauce: Melt butter in a skillet until golden brown, then add garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add lobster meat to the skillet, then toss in the drained pasta. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in chives or parsley, sprinkle with Parmesan if desired, and top with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen lobster meat.
- Be cautious when browning the butter to avoid burning.
- Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon for a perfect dining experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
