Description
Succulent Lobster Ravioli brings coastal Italian elegance to your dinner table with delicate pasta pockets filled with rich seafood. Ocean-fresh ingredients and bright lemon butter sauce create an irresistible culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 package (12 ounces/340 grams) lobster ravioli
Dairy:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams/1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs, Seasonings, and Liquids:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot with salted water, bringing it to a rolling boil at high heat. Carefully add the lobster ravioli and cook for 3-4 minutes until they float and reach a tender al dente texture. Drain thoroughly using a colander and set aside.
- Select a spacious skillet and melt butter over medium-low heat. Introduce minced garlic and sauté for approximately 60 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence without allowing it to brown.
- Gradually pour chicken broth and freshly squeezed lemon juice into the skillet. Elevate the heat to create a gentle simmer, allowing the liquid to reduce and concentrate flavors for 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate lemon zest and grated Parmesan cheese into the simmering sauce. Stir continuously for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce transforms into a smooth, creamy consistency. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Gently fold the cooked ravioli into the zesty lemon butter sauce, ensuring each pasta pocket is luxuriously coated with the vibrant mixture.
- Transfer the sauced ravioli to elegant serving plates. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley as a final garnish. Present immediately, offering extra Parmesan cheese for guests who desire additional richness.
Notes
- Select high-quality fresh or frozen lobster ravioli for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure water is well-salted before cooking ravioli to enhance its inherent taste profile.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for a brighter, more vibrant sauce that complements the rich lobster filling.
- When melting butter, maintain medium heat to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, silky sauce consistency.
- Grate Parmesan cheese freshly for maximum flavor and smoother sauce integration.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat if you enjoy a spicy kick.
- Consider gluten-free ravioli options for those with dietary restrictions.
- Pair with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc to balance the rich, lemony sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg