Description
This Lobster Ravioli in Lemon Butter Sauce is a luxurious yet simple dish featuring delicate lobster-filled ravioli tossed in a creamy, tangy lemon butter sauce. Enhanced with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of fresh parsley, it offers an elegant seafood entrée perfect for special occasions or a refined weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Ravioli
- 1 package lobster ravioli
Sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the ravioli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster ravioli and cook according to the package instructions, typically 4-5 minutes, until they float to the surface and are tender. Drain the ravioli and set aside.
- Prepare the lemon butter sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter with olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes to slightly thicken and blend the flavors.
- Incorporate Parmesan and season: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce. Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, adjusting to taste.
- Toss the ravioli in the sauce: Add the cooked lobster ravioli to the skillet and gently toss to coat them evenly with the lemon butter sauce. Warm everything through for another 1-2 minutes without boiling.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the ravioli and sauce to serving plates and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the brightest flavor.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Be careful not to overcook the ravioli to prevent tearing.
- Red pepper flakes add a nice subtle heat but can be omitted for a milder sauce.
- This sauce can also be made ahead and gently reheated before tossing with freshly cooked ravioli.
