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Lobster Carbonara

Lobster Carbonara is a deliciuos, romantic dinner that you'll want to make over and over!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Lobster Carbonara, Lobster Pasta, Lobster Pasta Sauce
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 629kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pasta
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 4 slices peppered bacon see recipe notes*
  • 1 shallot minced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 lobster tail shell removed, meat cut into bite sized cubes
  • 4 large eggs or 5 small eggs
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated.
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

FOR THE PASTA

  • Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions with a teaspoon or two of kosher salt. After the pasta is cooked, reserve one cup of starchy pasta water and set it aside. Drain the pasta into a colander, toss it with olive oil to keep it from sticking together, and set the pasta aside.

FOR THE CARBONARA

  • In a dutch oven (or deep pan) over medium heat saute the bacon for 8-10 minutes, or until it is fairly crispy.
  • Add the garlic, and shallot. Add red pepper flakes. Saute. Add the lobster meat. Saute for 3-5 minutes, or until the lobster meat is opaque.
  • Remove from the heat and toss the pasta into the dutch oven. Toss.
  • Whisk together the eggs until they’re smooth. Add the parmesan cheese and heavy cream.
  • While continuously tossing the pasta, slowly pour in the egg, cheese, and cream mixture.
  • By the tablespoon, add the starchy pasta water until the sauce is thinned out to your liking.
  • Top with a pat of butter, a squeeze of lemon juice and plenty of freshly cracked pepper. Serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 629kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 1067mg | Potassium: 358mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 351mg | Iron: 2mg