Description
A delicious dish featuring lobster ravioli in a creamy lemon sauce, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package lobster ravioli (fresh or frozen, about 12–16 oz)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- 1 whole lemon (zested)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the lobster ravioli and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-4 minutes or until they float to the top. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Stir in the heavy cream and broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil vigorously.
- Add the lemon juice and zest to the sauce, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to slightly thicken and infuse with citrus flavor.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese gradually while stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
- Gently add the cooked lobster ravioli to the skillet with the sauce, tossing gently to coat each piece. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine.
- Feel free to adjust the lemon juice based on your preference for acidity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg