Lobster Fra Diavolo recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 17 2026

Lobster Fra Diavolo Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Indulge in our Lobster Fra Diavolo, a spicy Italian seafood dish featuring tender lobster in a rich, zesty tomato sauce served over al dente pasta.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Lobster

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lobsters and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they turn bright red. Remove and let cool. Once cool, remove the meat from the shells and chop into large pieces.

2

Cook the Pasta

In the same pot, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.

3

Make the Sauce

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).

4

Combine Ingredients

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and white wine, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10-15 minutes. Add lobster meat, fresh basil, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

5

Finish the Dish

Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Serve hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.