Recipes Tagged: Lobster

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Homemade Lobster Ravioli with Creamy Sauce	This homemade lobster ravioli is a gourmet dish featuring plump r...	Italian, Ravioli, Lobster, Gourmet, Seafood, Dinner, Homemade, Special Occasion, Main Course	{"title":"Homemade Lobster Ravioli with Creamy Sauce","description":"This homemade lobster ravioli is a gourmet dish featuring plump ravioli filled with quality lobster meat, ricotta, and a touch of lemon zest. The ravioli is complemented by a creamy sauce made with white wine and herbs, perfect for stylish entertaining or a romantic night in.","short_description":"A gourmet lobster ravioli dish with a creamy sauce, perfect for special occasions.","full_ingredient_list":["2 cups all-purpose flour","3 large eggs","1 tablespoon olive oil","1\/2 teaspoon salt","12 ounces cooked lobster meat","3 cloves garlic, minced","1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese","2 teaspoons lemon zest","1\/4 teaspoon ground black pepper","1 tablespoon unsalted butter","1 shallot, thinly sliced","3\/4 cup dry white wine","1\/2 cup heavy whipping cream","1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh sage or thyme","1 tablespoon salt for boiling water"],"components":[{"name":"Homemade Pasta Dough","ingredients":[{"name":"all-purpose flour","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["gluten-free flour"]},{"name":"eggs","quantity":"3 large","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["egg replacer"]},{"name":"olive oil","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["canola oil"]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/2 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["mixing bowl","pasta roller"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Place the flour in a mound on a clean work surface and make a well in the center. Add the eggs, olive oil, and salt.","tips":"Use a fork to mix the dough ingredients and slowly incorporate the flour."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Beat the eggs with a fork. Gradually mix in the flour while beating. A shaggy dough will form.","tips":""},{"step_number":3,"description":"Fold the dough together with your hands until a dough ball forms. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).","tips":"Use additional flour to prevent sticking."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 1 hour.","tips":"Resting improves elasticity."}]},{"name":"Ravioli Filling","ingredients":[{"name":"cooked lobster meat","quantity":"12 ounces","preparation_notes":"chopped finely","substitutions":["crab meat"]},{"name":"garlic","quantity":"3 cloves","preparation_notes":"minced","substitutions":["garlic powder"]},{"name":"whole milk ricotta cheese","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["cottage cheese"]},{"name":"lemon zest","quantity":"2 teaspoons","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["orange zest"]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/2 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["sea salt"]},{"name":"ground black pepper","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["white pepper"]}],"tools_and_equipment":[],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Stir together the lobster, garlic, ricotta, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined.","tips":"Ensure the lobster is cooled before mixing."}]},{"name":"Creamy Sauce","ingredients":[{"name":"unsalted butter","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["salted butter"]},{"name":"shallot","quantity":"1 shallot","preparation_notes":"thinly sliced","substitutions":["onion"]},{"name":"dry white wine","quantity":"3\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["chicken broth"]},{"name":"heavy whipping cream","quantity":"1\/2 cup","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["half and half"]},{"name":"fresh sage or thyme","quantity":"1 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"finely chopped","substitutions":["dried sage or thyme"]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/2 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["sea salt"]},{"name":"ground black pepper","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"none","substitutions":["white pepper"]}],"tools_and_equipment":["skillet"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the shallots and cook until translucent.","tips":"Stir continuously to avoid burning."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add the wine and cook until reduced by half. Whisk in the cream, sage, salt, and pepper. Cook until slightly thickened.","tips":"Keep whisking to ensure the sauce does not separate."}]},{"name":"Ravioli Assembly and Cooking","ingredients":[{"name":"homemade pasta dough","quantity":"1 pound","preparation_notes":"divided and rolled into sheets","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"for boiling water","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["large pot","slotted spoon"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Roll out the pasta dough into thin sheets. Place lobster filling in dollops, cover with another sheet, and seal.","tips":"Use water to seal the edges and remove air bubbles."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Cut into squares, refrigerate while making the sauce.","tips":"Use a ravioli cutter or knife."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Boil water with salt, then cook the ravioli until tender (2-5 minutes).","tips":"Do not crowd the pot; cook in batches if needed."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Transfer cooked ravioli into the skillet with sauce and simmer briefly before serving.","tips":"Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick."}]}],"prep_time":"2 hours","cook_time":"20 minutes","total_time":"2 hours 20 minutes","servings":"6 servings","tags":["Italian","Ravioli","Lobster","Gourmet","Seafood","Dinner","Homemade","Special Occasion","Main Course"],"notes":"Be careful not to overfill the ravioli to ensure they seal properly. Use a pasta roller to achieve evenly thin pasta sheets.","background":"Lobster ravioli is a classic Italian dish enjoyed for its luxury and delectable mix of creamy, seafood flavors.","nutrition":{"calories":"407","protein":"16g","fat":"20g","carbohydrates":"36g","fiber":"1g","sugar":"2g"},"serving_suggestions":"Pairs well with garlic bread or a fresh garden salad.","storage":"Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop. Ravioli can be frozen for up to 1 month.","dietary_info":["Contains eggs","Contains dairy","Contains shellfish"],"cooking_tips":["Roll pasta as thin as possible for uniform cooking.","Cool lobster before mixing with filling.","Seal ravioli edges tightly."],"variations":["Try with crab meat instead of lobster.","Use parsley instead of sage or thyme."],"ingredient_spotlight":"Lobster is the star ingredient, adding a rich, sweet flavor to the filling, enhancing the gourmet nature of the dish.","flavor_profile":{"sweet":3,"savory":7,"sour":2,"bitter":1,"umami":5},"geographic_region":"Italian cuisine","seasonality":"Spring and summer, when fresh lobster is most available.","sustainability_score":{"score":80,"details":"Using sustainably sourced lobster can enhance the ecological friendliness of this recipe."},"occasion":"Special occasions, romantic dinners, entertaining guests.","skill_level":"Intermediate","cost_estimate":40,"recommended_pairings":["Chardonnay","French baguette","Grilled asparagus"]}
Creamy Lobster Bisque for Date Night	A smooth and rich lobster bisque that brings restaurant quality t...	Lobster, Soup, Seafood, Date Night	{"title":"Creamy Lobster Bisque for Date Night","description":"A smooth and rich lobster bisque that brings restaurant quality to your home, perfect for any special occasion or intimate dinner.","full_ingredient_list":["4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided","1 large shallot, chopped","1 carrot, peeled and diced","1 rib celery, diced","1\/2 tsp dried thyme","1\/2 tsp dried tarragon","1 tsp smoked paprika","2 bay leaves","3 cloves garlic, minced","3 tbsp tomato paste","3 tbsp all-purpose flour","1\/4 cup brandy","1 cup white wine","2 cups seafood stock","1 1\/2 tsp tabasco sauce","1 lb lobster tails, divided","1 cup half and half","1 tsp salt","1\/2 tsp pepper"],"components":[{"name":"Lobster Bisque Base","ingredients":[{"name":"unsalted butter","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"shallot","quantity":"1 large, chopped","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"carrot","quantity":"1, peeled and diced","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"celery","quantity":"1 rib, diced","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"dried thyme","quantity":"1\/2 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"dried tarragon","quantity":"1\/2 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"smoked paprika","quantity":"1 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"bay leaves","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"garlic","quantity":"3 cloves, minced","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"tomato paste","quantity":"3 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"all-purpose flour","quantity":"3 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"brandy","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["bourbon"]},{"name":"white wine","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"seafood stock","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["chicken stock","vegetable stock"]},{"name":"tabasco sauce","quantity":"1 1\/2 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["pinch of cayenne pepper"]},{"name":"lobster tails","quantity":"1 lb, divided","preparation_notes":"Remove meat from shells and chop into bite-sized pieces","substitutions":[]},{"name":"half and half","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["soup pot","saut\u00e9 pan","immersion blender or regular blender"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Melt 2 tbsp butter in a soup pot over medium heat.","tips":""},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add shallot, carrot, and celery; saut\u00e9 for about three minutes.","tips":""},{"step_number":3,"description":"Stir in thyme, tarragon, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and bay leaves; saut\u00e9 for another two minutes.","tips":""},{"step_number":4,"description":"Add garlic; saut\u00e9 for one minute.","tips":""},{"step_number":5,"description":"Stir in tomato paste and cook until it coats the vegetables.","tips":""},{"step_number":6,"description":"Stir in flour until mixture is well coated.","tips":""},{"step_number":7,"description":"Remove pot from heat; add brandy and stir until evaporated.","tips":""},{"step_number":8,"description":"Stir in wine and cook for 1 minute.","tips":""},{"step_number":9,"description":"Add seafood stock and tabasco sauce; bring to a boil.","tips":""},{"step_number":10,"description":"Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.","tips":""},{"step_number":11,"description":"While simmering, remove lobster meat from the shells and chop into bite-sized pieces.","tips":""},{"step_number":12,"description":"Add half of the lobster to the bisque, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.","tips":""},{"step_number":13,"description":"Puree mixture with an immersion blender until very smooth.","tips":"Remove bay leaves before pureeing."},{"step_number":14,"description":"Stir in half and half and bring to a simmer.","tips":""},{"step_number":15,"description":"Melt remaining butter in a saut\u00e9 pan and cook the rest of the lobster.","tips":""},{"step_number":16,"description":"Divide cooked lobster between bowls and ladle bisque over the top.","tips":""}]}],"prep_time":"15 minutes","cook_time":"50 minutes","total_time":"1 hour 5 minutes","servings":"4","tags":["Lobster","Soup","Seafood","Date Night"],"notes":"This lobster bisque is surprisingly easy to make and can be prepped ahead of time. Reheat and saut\u00e9 remaining lobster just before serving for best results."}