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A big blue plate with spicy lobster cappellini - cappellini, lobster, spicy tomato cream sauce. Tons of red pepper flakes scattered on the table.

The Best Creamy Lobster Pasta Recipe (Spicy Lobster Pasta)

Allie Hagerty
Indulge in this decadent Creamy Lobster Pasta recipe. Elevate your dinner with a luscious blend of lobster, rich tomato paste, and a perfect balance of spices inspired by Contessa's spicy lobster cappellini.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 815 kcal

Equipment

  • Pan
  • pot
  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • Grater
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Pasta Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 tablespoons double-concentrated tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons crushed Calabrian chili peppers
  • 1/4 cup cream sherry
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 12 ounces lobster meat cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 14 ounces capellini
  • 6 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano

Instructions
 

  • In a pan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until softened. Next, add the shallot, cooking until translucent.
  • Stir in double-concentrated tomato paste. Let it cook for a minute or two until it becomes fragrant.
  • Next, add the crushed Calabrian chili peppers, and sugar. Let it cook a minute before heading to the next step.
  • Pour in the cream sherry, stirring well to deglaze the pan. Add salt and red pepper flakes, letting the mixture simmer for a couple of minutes. Start boiling the water for the capellini, adding a generous pinch of salt once the water is boiling. Cook the capellini until al dente, following the package instructions. Reserve about a cup.
  • Pour in the heavy cream, simmering until the sauce achieves a smooth consistency.
  • Add in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
  • Add the lobster meat, ensuring it's coated in the spicy sauce. Let it warm up for a few minutes.
  • Toss in the cooked capellini, along with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
  • Stir until the butter melts, coating the pasta evenly and distributing the lobster.Use reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
  • Plate up your Creamy Lobster Pasta, perhaps with an extra sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano. Enjoy!

Notes

  • The perfect lobster meat – Achieve a balanced lobster flavor by using a mix of lobster tail meat and claw meat. This combination provides a varied texture and enhances the dish’s overall taste.
  • Fresh or frozen lobster – While fresh lobster is excellent, frozen lobster meat works well too. It’s a practical and budget-friendly alternative without compromising on flavor. Ensure proper thawing before adding it to the recipe. 

Nutrition

Calories: 815kcalCarbohydrates: 84gProtein: 33gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 209mgSodium: 1340mgPotassium: 795mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2832IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 246mgIron: 3mg
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