Lobster Fra Diavolo is a pasta dish which consists of lobster medallions tossed in a rich spicy tomato sauce that is paired with a long pasta such as spaghetti, bucatini or fettucine.
I truly adore seafood. Just the thought of a meal with seafood gives me goose bumps, in a good way obviously. Being close to the coast we are able to enjoy a variety of seafood for the majority of the year. Lucky me I know. I’d be hard pressed to pick my absolute favorite BUT if you threatened to take my Nutella away and made me, I’d have to say lobster. Don’t worry mussels, shrimp, crab, sea bass…I still love you.
For me, lobster though is special and reserved for special occasions, celebrations or to do’s. One of those occasions coming up is the Festa dei Sette Pesci {Feast of the Seven Fishes} which is celebrated on Christmas Eve.
What does Fra Diavolo Mean?
Fra Diavolo means of the devil in Italian. Lobster of the Devil, wha? Sounds so much better in Italian right.
Why is it called Fra Diavolo?
It’s named this way because of the spiciness of the dish. Yes all those smoking hot red pepper chili flakes are what brings the heat to the table. I only added a teaspoon here, okay so it’s only mildly fra diavolo. What can I say, I’m working on my level of spice tolerance. If you’re feeling bold and brazen go ahead and lop in some more.
I got a steal of a deal on my lobster tails at Sam’s Club, no they didn’t donate these to me, but Sam’s Club if you’re out there reading and would like my address just let me know. Two tails go a long way because you’re going to cut the meat into medallions.
TIP:
Use your kitchen scissors and carefully cut an incision on the inside of the lobster tail, gently remove the meat and now you’re able to cut it easily.
How do You Make Lobster Stock?
If you want to make your own lobster stock, save the lobster shells. With the addition of aromatics and vegetables you can make your own STOCK .
Lobster Fra Diavolo
Lobster Fra Diavolo
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic – thinly sliced
- 2 cups San Marzano Tomatoes
- kosher salt
- 1 cup stock - preferably lobster stock
- 1 teaspoon dried Oregano
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon red pepper chili flakes
- 2 lobster tails – meat removed from tail and cut into medallions
- 1 pound spaghetti
Instructions
- Place a large stock pot of generously salted water onto boil.
- Into a large deep sided pan heat your olive oil and garlic slices over medium heat just until the garlic is aromatic, a minute or so.
- Add tomatoes, crushing with wooden spoon. Season with salt and continue to cook approximately 5 minutes. Add stock, continue to cook for approximately 5 minutes. Add oregano and wine, continue to cook for approximately 5 minutes. Stirring as necessary.
- When water comes to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. When al dente, drain, reserving some of the pasta water in case necessary.
- While pasta is cooking, to sauce mixture add pepper flakes, and lobster medallions and cook until lobster is opaque. Just a few minutes.
- Transfer drained pasta to sauce pan and toss well to combine. Garnish with lobster tail shells if desired. Serve immediately.
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Heather (Heather's Dish) says
oh my word that looks divine!
Paula says
Thank you sweets!
marissa says
Paula, this dish has been the centerpiece of our family Christmas Eve celebration for, literally, centuries. Since my husband is a commercial lobster fisherman, I am ‘swimming in lobster’ certain times of the year, and now make this quite a bit. Delicioso! I can’t wait to see the other ‘6 fishes’ you do; we keep adding to our ‘7 fishes’, and do many more than that!
Paula says
So Marissa, when can I come visit ; ) xoxo
Shaina says
Drool. Seriously, how did you know what I wanted for Christmas?
Paula says
Merry Christmas : )
Lori Hundley says
Paula… We don’t have any wine… I am DYING to make this what can I use in it’s place?
Paula says
Hi Lori! You can substitute more stock in place of the wine : )
Mrs. Jen B says
I am making this on Christmas Eve. The end.
I only wish I had an excuse to do the whole 7 fishes dinner!
Paula says
I have a solution, you bring the lobster and come over for the rest ; )Merry Christmas bella!
Peter says
I love lobster & pasta and your excellent pics urge me (and others) to make this soon!
Paula says
Thank you Peter! Merry Christmas!
Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction says
Lovely! That pasta looks divine!
Paula says
I could twirl that around my fork all day! I wish I was as passionate about salad as I was pasta ; ) Merry Christmas Jen!
Suzanne says
Did I mention I heart lobster? This WILL be on our table this weekend. OMG!
Paula says
The only not to love about lobster is the price right ; ) Hope you enjoy! Merry Christmas Suzanne!
Cheryl says
This looks amazing! Generally, we only have lobster in the summer, but this is the perfect winter dish!
marla {family fresh cooking} says
I am convinced this would be waaaayyy better than any Lobster fra Diavolo I could ever get at any restaurant. ever. xo
Maria says
Wow, what a pasta dish! Great one Paula!
Paul Jennette says
Hi Paula!! This brings back a great memory. I didn’t go home one year for the holidays, and had the pleasure of have xmas eve with a Italian family. It was all about seafood, calamari, sea bass and as the main course lobster!! It was one of my greatest holidays not to mention the best xmas eve meal I have ever had the pleasure to enjoy. Thanks you for bring back this special memory!! Happy Holidays!!
Alison @ Ingredients, INc. says
Looks fabulous! Hope you have a great weekend! Look forward to meeting you next month
Lora @cakeduchess says
Beautiful pasta! One of my favorite dishes. Gorgeous photos! I am craving your pasta!!:)
Rachel says
Paula,
You take the most mouthwateringly exquisite pictures.
YUM.
I love seafood, too 😉
Miss @Miss in the Kitchen says
I could really go for this right now!! Sam’s Club can have my address too!
MikeW says
I got langostino on sale — I think I know what to make for dinner!
Courtney says
Yay, glad you shared the recipe. It looks super saucy! 🙂
ciaochowlinda says
OMG You’re making me want to be a Sam’s club member to get lobsters and make this dish. Sensational.
Seafood Paella says
I was looking for a lobster dish for dinner tonight and I think I found a winner. My stomach started to growl when I was reading this recipe. I can’t wait to try this out with my family. Thanks for sharing
Amelia from Z Tasty Life says
che meraviglia. Noi la facciamo con l’astice!
Jackie says
My eye was drawn to this as it looks ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. If only lobster weren’t so expensive round these here parts! I’d be all over this!
Jax x
Robyn | Add a Pinch says
Oh boy! I really, really, really need to make this soon, Paula. It looks delicious!!!
LimeCake says
Yum! That looks so darned delicious, but still simple enough for me to attempt!
Misha says
Ooh, my! My husband and children are pasta and seafood fanatics. THis is a MUST recipe for me. Thanks for the post!
Aggie says
I love everything fra diavlo…this looks heavenly!!
Maria says
Fantastic pasta dish!