Description
This rich and creamy Lobster Ravioli Sauce is a delightful complement to seafood pasta dishes, combining butter, garlic, shallots, and Parmesan in a luscious cream base with a hint of white wine and fresh herbs for a flavorful Italian-American experience.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter with olive oil. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped shallot. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened, ensuring the shallots become translucent but not browned.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the dry white wine and allow it to simmer for 2–3 minutes until the wine reduces slightly, concentrating its flavor and evaporating the alcohol.
- Add tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute to deepen the sauce’s richness and slight sweetness.
- Incorporate cream and cheese: Lower the heat to low, then gently stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Finish with herbs and lemon: Add the juice of half a lemon along with chopped fresh basil and parsley. Cook for 1–2 more minutes to infuse the fresh herbal flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Immediately pour the warm sauce over cooked lobster ravioli and garnish with extra fresh herbs as desired for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- For an even richer flavor, stir in a tablespoon of lobster stock or seafood broth before adding the lemon juice and herbs.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce texture, briefly blend the sauce before stirring in the fresh herbs.
- Use fresh herbs for the best aromatic experience, but dried basil and parsley can be substituted if needed.
- This sauce pairs best with lobster or other seafood ravioli to complement the delicate flavors.
