Lobster Ravioli with Lemon Butter Sauce (Print version)

Tender lobster ravioli tossed in a glossy lemon butter sauce with garlic, basil, and a little pasta water for a quick seafood pasta dinner.

# Ingredients:

For the ravioli

01 - 18 oz (510 g) fresh or refrigerated lobster ravioli
02 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt, for the pasta water

For the lemon butter sauce

03 - 5 tablespoons (70 g) unsalted butter, divided
04 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
05 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) dry white wine or seafood stock
06 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
08 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) reserved pasta water, plus more as needed
09 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
12 - 2 tablespoons finely grated parmesan, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Bring a wide pot of water to a gentle boil and season it with kosher salt. Keep the boil steady but not violent so the ravioli do not split.
02 - Add the lobster ravioli and cook according to the package directions, usually 3-5 minutes, until tender and floating. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before lifting the ravioli out.
03 - While the ravioli cook, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, without letting it brown.
04 - Add the white wine or seafood stock and simmer for 1 minute. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water.
05 - Lower the heat and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, one piece at a time, until the sauce looks glossy. Add another splash of pasta water if it looks tight.
06 - Transfer the ravioli to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them gently for 1 minute. Finish with basil or parsley and parmesan if using, then serve immediately.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served right away while the sauce is warm and glossy.
02 - Use fresh lemon juice, not bottled, for the cleanest flavor.
03 - Cook time may vary by brand of ravioli.

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