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Best Lobster Sauce Recipe

5 from 91 reviews

This Best Lobster Sauce recipe is a rich and creamy sauce made with tender lobster meat, garlic, white wine, and a blend of tomatoes and spices. Perfect for serving over pasta or seafood, this sauce combines the delicate flavor of lobster with a luscious tomato-cream base, enhanced by subtle notes of paprika and basil. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an elegant dish that’s both easy to prepare and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Scale

Seafood

  • 2 lobster tails (or 1 lb lobster meat, cooked and chopped)

Base

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter (optional, for extra richness)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Lobster: If using lobster tails, boil or steam them for 8–10 minutes until cooked through. Remove the meat from the shells and chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside for later use.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in 1/2 cup of white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping any bits off the bottom. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly and concentrate the flavor.
  4. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Incorporate Lobster Meat: Add the chopped lobster meat to the sauce and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, ensuring the lobster is heated through and well-coated in the sauce.
  6. Enhance Richness: For extra richness, stir in 1 tablespoon of butter just before serving, allowing it to melt and blend into the sauce smoothly.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Spoon the lobster sauce over pasta or your choice of seafood, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot for a delightful meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute lobster tails with pre-cooked lobster meat to save time.
  • Use dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, for best results.
  • If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the sauté step.
  • Serve this sauce with linguine, fettuccine, or over grilled fish for a delicious pairing.
  • Leftover sauce can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and gently reheated on the stovetop.

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