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Lobster Pasta (Quick and Easy Recipe)

Lobster pasta is a light and tasty meal you can make in minutes. It’s not complicated and requires a minimal of ingredients; perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight splurge.

lobster fettuccine pasta overhead

Many people are intimidated by seafood, like this lobster pasta; but there’s truly no need to be.

lobster pasta in bowls

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lobster claws

Seafood is one of the easiest foods to cook, and this lobster pasta also one of the quickest meals you can make. Most fish and shellfish cooks very quickly, including lobster.

Btw, if you’re looking for the pasta and lobster song which includes the lyrics, “he be feeding me pasta and lobster” then I suggest you make this dish while you listen to it! 🦞

lobster pasta with fettuccine

In fact, if you use precooked lobster meat that’s already prepped, there’s virtually almost no work involved with this lobster pasta recipe, and the meal will be ready in just the time it takes to cook the pasta!

In fact, I have a deal for you to get the best quality lobster tails delivered straight to your door (in the US) from Get Maine Lobster! Use code CUCINA10 for 10% off your order!

lobster pasta in a bowl

I decided to share this pasta and lobster because my seafood pasta with shrimp and scallops is already extremely popular. Just read some of the reviews and comments, don’t take my word for it.

overhead seafood pasta in pan

I used meat from lobster claws, but you can use any lobster meat, as long as it’s chopped into bite size pieces. My dad isn’t a huge seafood pasta fan, but he adores his pasta with anchovies!

Spaghetti with anchovies

You know I’m going to tell you to use the best quality ingredients, right? It’s a must for this dish (actually, it’s a must for any dish)! Maine lobster is the one you want in the US, garlic from Gilroy, California, and good quality extra virgin olive oil, of course. However, with all the fraudulent activity in the olive oil business, you may feel uncomfortable when you buy olive oil, and it’s completely justified. Worse than that, it may not even be olive oil you’re buying!

The lobster sauce for this pasta is very light, not heavy or thick at all. It’s perfect for a meal that won’t weigh you down. You can even add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.

lobster pasta with fettuccine

Which pasta shape should I use for lobster pasta?

I used a type of pennoni (large penne) pasta, and fettuccine, but you can use regular penne, rigatoni, or even spaghetti, or linguine.

Cioppino, is another great seafood dish! (A seafood stew.)

overhead cioppino and bread

What can you make with leftover lobster tails?

I’m not sure I’ve ever encountered leftover lobster tails, but if you do find yourself in this pickle, then by all means try this lobster pasta recipe!

lobster pasta in bowl

Lobster Pasta (Quick and Easy Recipe)

Recipe by Christina Conte                          serves 5

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Ingredients

  • good quality 100% durum wheat semolina pasta (like Di Martino)
  • lobster
  • butter
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • garlic
  • Italian parsley
  • dry white wine
  • sea salt
  • (reserved pasta water)
  • black pepper (optional)
  • squeeze of fresh lemon (optional)

Directions to make Lobster Pasta

Prepare the Pasta

Cook your desired pasta according to the directions on the package (times will vary). While the water comes to a boil and pasta is cooking…

Prepare the Lobster Sauce.

adding garlic to pan

Heat a large saucepan (I used a cast iron pan) over medium heat, then add the butter and extra virgin olive oil. Add the garlic.

add the parsley and stir

Add the parsley, cook and stir for a minute. Increase the heat to medium high.

adding lobster to pan

Add the lobster pieces and stir gently.

adding wine to pan

Next add the wine, heat for another minute then turn off the heat. (If you don’t want to use wine, use some of the pasta water.)

lobster sauce in pan

Finish the Lobster Pasta Dish

When the pasta is al dente, drain it from the water and add it directly to the lobster in the pan.

adding pasta

Stir the pasta and the lobster sauce together gently, adding some pasta water if necessary. Turn the burner on low if you want to heat it through more thoroughly, but don’t cook it.

stirring the dish together in the pan

Add more parsley, if desired.

pasta in the pan

Serve the lobster pasta immediately.

lobster pasta in bowls

 My garlic and butter shrimp with spaghetti is really quick and delicious, too!

bowl of shrimp scampi

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lobster pasta with fettuccine

Buon appetito!

lobster pasta with fettuccine

Lobster Pasta

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
A quick and easy pasta recipe with lobster, garlic and white wine.
4.9 from 32 votes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta 100% durum wheat semolina pasta
  • 6 oz lobster meat in bite sized pieces
  • 2 oz butter
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 or 2 cloves of minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh or frozen Italian parsley
  • 2 Tbsp dry white wine
  • 1 tsp sea salt

OPTIONAL

  • black pepper
  • squeeze of fresh lemon

Instructions

Prepare the Pasta

  • Cook your desired pasta according to the directions on the package (times will vary).
  • While the water comes to a boil and pasta is cooking...

Prepare the Lobster Sauce.

  • Heat a large saucepan (I used a cast iron pan) over medium heat, then add the butter and extra virgin olive oil. Add the garlic.
  • Add the fresh or frozen parsley, cook and stir for a minute. Increase the heat to medium high.
  • Add the lobster meat and stir gently.
  • Next add the wine, heat for another minute then turn off the heat. (If you don't want to use wine, use some of the pasta water.)

Finish the Lobster Pasta Dish

  • When the pasta is al dente, drain it from the water and add it directly to the lobster in the pan. 
  • Stir the pasta and the lobster sauce together gently, adding some pasta water if necessary. Turn the burner on low if you want to heat it through more thoroughly, but don't cook it.
  • Add more parsley, if desired. Serve the lobster pasta immediately.

Notes

  • For an alcohol free option, substitute pasta water for the wine.
  • A squeeze of lemon at the end is optional.
  • Nutrition facts are estimated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 750kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 176mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 530mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 782IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 2mg

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4.85 from 32 votes (32 ratings without comment)

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  1. Ahhh! Lobster pasta is one of my all-time favorites. This would make the perfect dinner. A nice, fresh salad first, this as the entree, and your apricot cake with coffee from the MOKA coffee set for dessert. 🍮 ☕️ Your recipes have made my mouth water. 🤤 Thanks for being so generous and sharing. Ciao!