Indulgent lobster pasta in a rich cream sauce with garlic, white wine, and Parmesan. This elegant seafood pasta is perfect for Valentine’s Day, date nights, or special occasions.
Bring a pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
Add lobster tails and cook for 3–4 minutes until just opaque.
Remove, cool slightly, then crack shells and remove meat. Chop into bite-size pieces and set aside.
Cook pasta in generously salted water until al dente according to package instructions.
Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
Heat olive oil and butter in a wide pan over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
Pour in white wine and simmer for 3–4 minutes until reduced by half.
Lower heat and stir in cream. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
Add Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using.
Add lobster meat and cooked pasta to the sauce.
Toss gently, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Heat for 1–2 minutes until everything is perfectly coated.
Divide pasta between warm plates.
Finish with herbs, lemon zest, and extra Parmesan if desired.
Serve immediately.
Wine
Chardonnay (lightly oaked)
Champagne or Brut Sparkling Wine
Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktails
French 75
Classic Martini
Aperol Spritz
Sides
Simple arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette
Garlic bread or focaccia
Roasted asparagus
Do not overcook lobster — tender is key
Use fresh pasta for an even silkier result
Always cook with wine you’d happily drink
Keep sauce at a gentle simmer to avoid splitting
Perfect centerpiece for a Valentine’s Day dinner
2 servings