Lobster Gnocchi with Tomato Cream Sauce
If you’re seeking a show-stopping dish to impress your family or friends, look no further than this Lobster Gnocchi with Tomato Cream Sauce. This exquisite meal combines tender potato gnocchi and succulent lobster in a creamy, rich tomato sauce that rivals any upscale restaurant dish. Perfect for date nights or cozy family dinners, this recipe is both simple and indulgent, allowing you to create a gourmet experience right in your kitchen. In just 30 minutes, you can savor the comforting flavors of this dish, making it ideal for busy weeknights when you crave something special without extensive prep time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup white grape juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 – 1 lb cooked lobster meat
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat; add shallots and cook until soft and fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes, parsley, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add white grape juice and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; gently add gnocchi and cook until they float (about 2 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Fold cooked lobster meat into the tomato mixture; stir in heavy cream and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine gnocchi with the sauce and mix in butter until melted. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg