One of the greats joys of life is eating out, and lobster has always been at the top of most everyone’s list as that dish they save for those special occasions with family and friends at theirfavorite restaurants. My lobster fra diavolo sauce is one of my all-time favorite Italian seafood sauce recipes and personally, I think its the best fra diavolo sauce I’ve ever had.
With my Lobster Fra Diavolo recipe, you won’t have to wait for those special occasions at your favorite restaurant, you can make it at home for a fraction of the cost, turning any day into a special occasion. Wouldn’t this be perfect for your next date night?
Finding lobster at your supermarket is probably easier than you think. You need to look in the frozen food area usually next to the meats.
Lobster tails are readily available but that’s not really what you want to use for a fra diavolo and you really have to be careful cooking tails so you don’t overcook them turning them into tough tasteless very expensive ingredients.
If you do have lobster tails, make my delicious stuffed lobster tail recipe, it is amazing.
Instead, look for claw and body meat which is generally precooked and stays pretty tender when reheating. One other tip is to look for Cold Water Lobster whenever possible and that usually means Maine or Canada.
It also works well in a sauce as a topping for other dishes. You can see how well it worked in my Red Snapper with lobster cream sauce recipe. You incorporate this delicious lobster meat into many seafood recipes, casseroles, soups and salads. Add a little pizazz to one of your regular dishes and see the smiles at your table!
Lisa loves this type of lobster and enjoys it most when made into Lobster Rolls.
When looking for this type of lobster meat you’ll find it in 8 oz, 1 lb and 2 lb packs. Once defrosted it will hold up for about a week, but it will start to lose some of its moisture the longer it sits defrosted so try to use it within 48 hours of defrosting.
If you love pasta dishes you might also like these:
- Pasta alla Caponata
- Classic Fettuccine Alfredo
- Pasta Aioli with Broccoli Rabe
- Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs
Lobster Fra Diavolo Bianco
Ingredients
- 12-16 ounces cooked lobster meat thawed claw and body
- ½ pint grape tomatoes – sliced in half longway
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic – chopped
- 10-12 pepperoncini peppers aka Tuscan peppers
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil – chopped
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 12 ounces spaghetti I use Barilla Gluten Free
Instructions
- Begin to cook pasta per instructions on the box as you begin to saute the lobster
- In a large saute pan add olive oil and chopped garlic
- As oil begins to saute add tomatoes and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes then reduce to simmer
- Add lobster meat, pepperoncini, basil and red pepper flakes cooking for 3-4 minutes. If the sauce seems to dry add a few tablespoons of water from the cooking pasta.
- Drain pasta and toss sauteed lobster with pasta adding extra olive oil if needed
- Serve and enjoy!
- Even though most Italians don’t serve grated cheese with their seafood pasta dishes, I do enjoy it with mine, so feel free to top with grated Romano cheese.
Twyla says
Hello Chef!
Thank you for all of your wonderful recipes! )Your oven roasted rack of pork is my go-to for delicious roast pork bar none☺️)
I have a question regarding the pepperoncini. Are you using jarred pepperoncini or fresh peppers? I cannot find fresh one anywhere, but jarred versions are readily available. Are there acceptable substitutes you can recommend? I am not a big fan of hot peppers, and I am afraid that that this many might be a bit overwhelming for my palate?
Thank you Chef!
Chef Dennis Littley says
I am talking about jarred pepperoncini and while they are a little milder they can still be too spicy for some. My wife doesn’t like them at all. They do add additional flavor but it’s an item you can put in the sauce for a few minutes then remove. It will add some of the spicinesses without getting too much. But remember this is your dinner and if you can always leave the peppers out, it will still be delicious.
Twyla says
Thank you Chef!
Jeannot Dion says
Hello chef,
Thank you for your recipes they are very appreciative.
I have been making your Lobster Fra Diavolo Bianco recipe several times and they are very good and natural with the lobster which has a very fine taste. Every time I make this dish my guests want more. I use lobster chair from Sogelco International lobster from Canada.
Thanks again. Jeannot Dion
Kim Bultman | a little lunch says
Dennis, I’ve got everything in my fridge except for the lobster..and it’s high time for a splurge or a well-deserved TREAT. Lobster is one of those “why wait?” delicacies. No need to put if off for a special occasion (Although I hear ya!) Recipes such as this one confirm why life is so enjoyable… thank you.
Chef Dennis Littley says
I’m sure youll enjoy this delicious dish Kim, I love this type of lobster because its so easy to work with.
adam j. holland says
My goodness, Dennis. This looks so beautifully delicious. I know your intentions are good, so why do I feel tortured by this right now? 😉
Chef Dennis Littley says
sorry to torture you Adam!