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Lobster Bucatini with Garlic Butter

A delightful dish combining succulent lobster meat with bucatini pasta in a savory garlic butter sauce, enhanced with cherry tomatoes and parsley.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, seafood
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 ounces bucatini pasta This unique pasta shape holds the sauce beautifully.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness and depth to the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For creamy, buttery flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Essential for robust flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1 pound cooked lobster meat, chopped The star of the dish.
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Adds freshness and color.
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped Brightens the dish.
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds savory flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 lemon Juice of Adds brightness.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. If using fresh lobster, boil in salted water for 8-10 minutes until bright red. Cool and chop meat. If using pre-cooked lobster, chop and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook bucatini according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped lobster meat and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften. Add drained bucatini, tossing gently. Gradually pour in reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is reached.
  5. Stir in chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 30gSodium: 800mg

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