🍋 Lobster Ravioli in Zesty Lemon Butter Sauce 🍋 Savor the richness of lobster paired with a tangy lemon butter sauce, perfect for a delightful family dinner or impressing guests at any gathering! 🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️ For the Lemon Butter Sauce: - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice - 1/2 cup unsalted butter - 1 teaspoon lemon zest - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) - Salt and pepper to taste For the Ravioli: - 1/2 cup ricotta cheese - 1 package (12 oz) fresh pasta sheets or wonton wrappers - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest - 1 pound (450g) lobster meat, cooked and chopped - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese - Salt and pepper to taste - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped - 1 egg, beaten (for sealing) 🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳 1️⃣ Begin by mixing the chopped lobster meat, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined. 2️⃣ Place a teaspoon of the lobster filling on each pasta sheet or wonton wrapper. Brush edges with beaten egg, cover with another sheet or wrapper, press to seal, ensuring no air bubbles remain. 3️⃣ Boil ravioli in salted water for 3-4 minutes or until they float. Remove with a slotted spoon. 4️⃣ For the sauce, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, cook until fragrant, then incorporate lemon juice, zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, cooking until slightly thickened. 5️⃣ Toss ravioli in the skillet with the lemon butter sauce, heating through. 6️⃣ Serve garnished with fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan. 🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎 Approximately per serving: - Calories: 480 - Carbohydrates: 32g - Protein: 24g - Fat: 28g - Saturated Fat: 16g - Cholesterol: 150mg - Sodium: 500mg 💡 Tips and Tricks 💡 - For a lighter version, substitute half of the butter with olive oil. - Ensure ravioli are not overcrowded in the pot to avoid sticking. - Fresh pasta sheets work best for a tender bite. ⏳ Preparation Time ⏳ Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes | Serving: 4 servings