Garlic Butter Lobster & Shrimp Linguine

If you enjoy seafood pasta, this garlic butter lobster and shrimp linguine is a lovely one to try. Tender shrimp, sweet lobster, lemon, and Parmesan come together in a buttery sauce that coats every strand, making for a truly special dinner that’s ready in just 35 minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Lobster and shrimp together. Two seafood favorites elevate this pasta into something special.
• That garlic butter sauce. Rich, bright, and full of flavor, it coats every strand of linguine.
• A little heat if you want it. Red pepper flakes add a subtle kick that balances the buttery richness.
• A restaurant-quality dinner at home. Impressive enough for a celebration but doable any night.

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 12 oz cooked lobster meat, cut into generous chunks
• 5 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
• ¾ cup seafood or chicken stock
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Extra Parmesan, for finishing

How to Make Garlic Butter Lobster & Shrimp Linguine

1. Cook the linguine. Boil the linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Cook the shrimp. Heat the olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, then cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the garlic butter sauce. Melt the remaining 4 tbsp butter in the same skillet. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the stock and lemon juice, then stir in the Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

4. Add the lobster and pasta. Add the cooked lobster, shrimp, linguine, and Parmesan. Toss gently until the seafood is warmed through and the pasta is coated in garlic butter sauce. Add a little reserved pasta water as needed to keep the sauce silky.

5. Finish and serve. Divide the lobster and shrimp linguine among plates. Spoon any remaining garlic butter sauce over the top and finish with parsley, fresh basil, and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.

Tips for the Best Garlic Butter Lobster & Shrimp Linguine

• Don’t overcook the shrimp. One to two minutes per side is enough; they’ll turn rubbery if left too long.
• Warm the lobster gently. Since it’s already cooked, tossing it in briefly at the end keeps it tender.
• Save the pasta water. It helps keep the sauce silky and helps it cling to the linguine.
• Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce, since pre-shredded cheese can make it slightly grainy.

What to Serve with Garlic Butter Lobster & Shrimp Linguine

A simple side salad or garlic bread pairs nicely, since the pasta itself is rich and satisfying on its own. A crisp white wine also complements the meal beautifully for a special dinner.

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