Description
Lobster Ravioli with Lemon Butter Sauce is a luxurious dish that combines tender pasta pockets filled with sweet lobster meat and creamy ricotta, all enveloped in a rich lemon butter sauce. This elegant recipe is perfect for special occasions or intimate dinners, impressing guests with its flavor and presentation. With just a few essential ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a gourmet experience at home that feels like dining at a five-star restaurant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 sheets fresh pasta
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by mixing lobster meat, ricotta, Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl until blended but chunky.
- Roll out the fresh pasta into thin sheets.
- Place spoonfuls of the filling onto one sheet of pasta, moisten edges with water, and cover with another sheet; seal the edges firmly.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook ravioli for 3-4 minutes until they float.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with minced garlic; add lemon juice and zest before gently tossing in cooked ravioli.
- Serve garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute lobster with shrimp or crab for variations. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.