Imagine a dish that transforms an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary gastronomic experience - a luxurious lobster ravioli bathed in a velvety, zesty lemon garlic cream sauce that promises to transport you straight to the coastal regions of Italy. This restaurant-quality recipe is surprisingly simple to prepare, yet delivers complex flavors that will have your dinner guests wondering if a professional chef secretly cooked in your kitchen. Get ready to elevate your home cooking game with this irresistible recipe that combines the delicate sweetness of lobster with a bright, creamy sauce that's both elegant and comforting.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package lobster ravioli
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 package of lobster ravioli, 1 cup of heavy cream, 2 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 lemon (juiced and zested), 2 tablespoons of butter, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add a generous amount of salt to the water. This will enhance the flavor of the ravioli.
- Carefully add the lobster ravioli to the boiling water. Cook according to the package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are tender. Stir gently to prevent sticking.
- While the ravioli are cooking, prepare the lemon garlic cream sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic to the saucepan. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
- Next, pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir well to combine with the garlic and butter. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- As the cream heats, add the juice and zest of 1 lemon to the sauce. Stir to incorporate the flavors. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 3-4 minutes, or until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the ravioli are cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer them directly from the pot to the saucepan with the lemon garlic cream sauce. Gently toss the ravioli in the sauce to coat them evenly.
- Let the ravioli simmer in the sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of the pasta cooking water to loosen it.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and serve the lemon garlic cream sauce lobster ravioli immediately. Garnish with additional lemon zest or freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade lobster ravioli with lemon garlic cream sauce!
Tips
- Use fresh ingredients: The quality of your lemon, garlic, and cream will directly impact the sauce's flavor.
- Watch your garlic carefully - it can burn quickly and turn bitter. Sauté just until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining. Its starchy nature can help adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- For extra richness, consider adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or fresh herbs like chopped parsley.
- If you want a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for some of the heavy cream.
- Ensure your ravioli are fresh or high-quality frozen to guarantee the best texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately after coating the ravioli in sauce to prevent them from becoming soggy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 363kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 31g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 108mg
