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Homemade Lobster Ravioli

Lobster ravioli from scratch combines tender homemade pasta with a rich, briny lobster filling, resulting in delicate pillows of pasta with a velvety texture. The process involves kneading and shaping the dough by hand, then filling and sealing each piece with care. Once cooked, the ravioli float tenderly in boiling water, ready to be finished with butter and lemon for an elegant, flavorful dish.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pound lobster meat preferably fresh, cooked and chopped finely
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour for pasta dough
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese or ricotta for filling
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs chopped chives or tarragon
  • 1 squeeze lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter for finishing
  • 1 lemon lemon wedge for serving
  • extra flour for dusting

Equipment

  • Pasta machine
  • Rolling pin
  • Fluted cutter or knife
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small spoon or piping bag

Method
 

  1. Begin by preparing your pasta dough: on a clean surface, mound the flour, create a well in the center, crack the eggs into it, and add a pinch of salt. Gently mix with a fork until combined, then knead with your hands for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. While the dough rests, cook the lobster meat in a small pot of boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes until just opaque. Remove with a slotted spoon, let cool slightly, then chop finely.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped lobster with cream cheese, chopped herbs, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well blended; this will be your flavorful filling.
  4. Divide the rested dough into four portions. Using a pasta machine or rolling pin, roll each piece into thin sheets about 1 mm thick, dusting with flour to prevent sticking. Keep the other pieces covered to avoid drying out.
  5. Lay one pasta sheet flat on your work surface. Using a small spoon or piping bag, place teaspoons of filling about 2 inches apart on the sheet. Lightly moisten the edges around each dollop with water.
  6. Cover with a second pasta sheet and gently press around each dollop to seal, removing any air pockets. Use a fluted cutter or knife to cut between the filled sections, creating individual ravioli. Press the edges to ensure they are fully sealed.
  7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the ravioli in, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they float and are tender. Use a slotted spoon to remove them gently from the water.
  8. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Gently sauté the cooked ravioli for about 1-2 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over and toss lightly to coat.
  9. Transfer the ravioli to serving plates, drizzle with any remaining butter, and garnish with lemon wedges or extra herbs if desired. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.