Easy Lobster Ravioli Cream Sauce

Quick and easy creamy lobster ravioli sauce, ready in just 20 minutes! This rich and decadent sauce is the perfect for pairing with lobster ravioli, or any seafood ravioli. Serve it for a date night at home, a special occasion, or a valentine’s day dinner!

I love a creamy indulgent pasta sauce like Cajun Alfredo Sauce or Roasted Garlic Alfredo Sauce. If you want creamy plus a little spice, try this Spicy Vodka Sauce. If seafood pasta is what you’re craving, this Cajun Salmon Alfredo is divine! You really can’t go wrong with a creamy pasta sauce and your favorite pasta!

Need some more ideas for your Valentine’s day dinner or special date night? Check out this round up of the best Valentine’s Day Pasta Recipes. 

Recipe Quick Notes

Expert Tips

• Cook the ravioli to al dente, then simmer it with the sauce for a minute or two with a splash of pasta water for the sauce to stick with the pasta better. 
• This sauce is so quick to make. Keep some lobster ravioli on hand in the freezer for a delicious and easy dinner any time. 
• Grate your own parmesan cheese for the best results.

Ingredients & Substitutions

See the recipe card below for the complete list of ingredients and measurements.

• Unsalted butter – European style butter gives the best flavor. 
• Shallot – Shallots have a slightly milder flavor than onions so I opted for them with this recipe. Substitute for a small yellow onion or omit.
• Fresh garlic – Fresh garlic cloves have a much better flavor than pre-minced jarred garlic, and only takes another minute of prep time. Totally worth it!
• Tomato paste – Adding a little bit of tomato paste to this sauce adds a depth of flavor and a pink color. 
• Dry white wine – Use a dry white white wine that is not overly sweet, like sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio. Substitute with chicken or seafood broth to omit alcohol. 
• Heavy cream  – Using cream over half and half helps this sauce to be rich and extra creamy. You could swap for half and half but the sauce will be a thinner consistency. 
• Parmesan cheese – Buy authentic parmesan cheese if possible and grate it yourself. Don’t use pre-shredded cheese, as it has anti-caking agents and won’t melt smoothly into the sauce. 
• Dried Tarragon – Tarragon pairs nicely with lobster and creamy sauces. Substitute for dried or fresh basil. 
• Lobster ravioli – You can make homemade lobster ravioli or buy store-bought. I use Trader Joe’s lobster ravioli or Whole Foods’ version. Look for it in the refrigerated section of grocery stores. 

For another easy Trader Joe’s meal, check out Trader Joe’s sweet potato gnocchi!

Variations

This sauce is a great blank canvas for adding your favorite ingredients to. Here are some ideas. 

• Mushrooms – Brown a pint of mushrooms and set aside. Make the sauce as normal, then add the cooked mushrooms back at the end. 
• Capers – Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of capers in the sauce while it reduces. 
• Peas – Peas love a cream sauce! Add in ½ cup of fresh or frozen peas while the sauce reduces. 
• Corn – Corn also goes well with creamy sauces and lobster. Add in ½ cup of fresh or frozen corn while the sauce reduces. 
• Spinach – Wilt 2 cups of fresh spinach after you saute the shallots and garlic, then continue with the instructions as directed. 
• Asparagus – Cut a bunch of asparagus into 1 inch pieces and add to the sauce when you add in the heavy cream. Simmer the sauce until the asparagus are tender but still firm. 
• Bacon or pancetta – Crispy pancetta was made for a creamy sauce (just check out this vodka sauce for proof). Chop up a half pound of bacon or pancetta and crisp it well. Set it aside on paper towels to drain, then make your sauce as directed in the pan, reserving a tablespoon of fat to use in place of butter. Add the crispy bacon or pancetta back in while the sauce simmers.
• Tomatoes – Add in ½ pound of diced Roma tomatoes when you add the cream to make this a tomato cream sauce. 
• Lemon – Lemon goes well with seafood. Turn this into a lemon cream sauce by grating in some fresh lemon zest while the sauce is simmering. I don’t recommend adding lemon juice to a cream sauce, as it can cause it to break. 
• Fresh herbs – Chopped fresh thyme, rosemary, or chives would all pair nicely with the lobster. 
• More LOBSTER – Adding chunks of lobster meat to the sauce with the ravioli would really take this pasta dish to the next level. You can even serve it with lobster tails!

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How to Make Lobster Ravioli Sauce

Storage & make ahead

How to store leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

How to freeze: I don’t recommend freezing this sauce, cream sauces usually don’t freeze well. 

How to reheat: The best way to reheat a cream sauce is in a pan over low heat while stirring. Add a splash of milk or broth as needed to loosen it back up. Microwaving this sauce can cause it to break. For a whole guide on reheating cream sauces, see How to Reheat Alfredo Sauce. 

Make ahead: This sauce is so quick to make, you really don’t need to make it ahead of time! You can prep and measure the ingredients a day or two ahead of time if needed. 

Troubleshooting

• Ravioli burst while cooking – Some of your ravioli may open up during cooking, and the lobster filling may leak out. Next time, turn your boiling water lower and gently boil the ravioli. Too rapid of a boil will bounce the ravioli around the pot and can cause them to break open. 
• Sauce is too thick – If your sauce reduces too much, you can stir in some more cream or broth to thin it out. 
• Sauce is too thin – If your sauce is too thin, continue simmering over low heat while stirring occasionally until the sauce is thicker. 
• Sauce breaks – This sauce shouldn’t break, but if it does, try whisking it quickly over low heat. You can also try adding some more cream to help reincorporate the ingredients. 

What to Serve With Lobster Ravioli

For a side dish, go with roasted green vegetables or a salad. Here are some of the best side dishes to serve with lobster ravioli and cream sauce.

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This post was updated in 2024 with improved instructions, information, and added tips. The recipe is the same.