Directions
- Prepare the lobster tails:
Using kitchen shears, cut the top of each lobster shell lengthwise and gently lift the meat out, keeping the base attached. Place the meat on top of the shell.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture over the lobster meat.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear lobster tails meat-side down for 3–4 minutes, then flip and cook 2–3 minutes more until opaque and cooked through (internal temp ~140°F/60°C). Let cool slightly, then chop the meat into bite-sized pieces, discarding the shells. - Cook the pasta:
Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup pasta water. - Make the creamy sauce:
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan, salt, and black pepper, cooking 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. - Combine pasta and sauce:
Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat. If sauce is too thick, stir in reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Mix in chopped parsley. - Grill the asparagus:
Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or sear in a hot skillet for 3–5 minutes until tender-crisp with slight char marks. - Assemble and serve:
Plate the creamy fettuccine, dividing it among four plates. Top each serving with lobster pieces and arrange grilled asparagus on the side. Garnish with extra parsley and serve immediately.
Recipe Details
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Variations & Substitutions
- Substitute lobster with cooked shrimp or crab meat for a more budget-friendly version.
- Swap fettuccine for linguine or tagliatelle for slightly different pasta texture.
- Add a splash of white wine to the cream sauce for extra depth and subtle acidity.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes over the finished pasta for a gentle kick.
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