Description
This Ultimate Seafood Lasagna is a luxurious twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring succulent lobster and shrimp in a creamy, cheesy béchamel sauce. Layers of tender pasta, a rich seafood filling, and a blend of cheeses make this the perfect dish for special occasions or an indulgent family meal.
Ingredients
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For the Seafood Filling:
- 1 pound lobster meat, chopped
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons white wine (or seafood broth)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Béchamel Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Ricotta Layer:
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Lasagna:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Seafood Filling:
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic, shrimp, and lobster, cooking until shrimp turns pink (~3 minutes).
- Stir in salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, white wine, and lemon juice.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
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Make the Béchamel Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
- Season with salt, white pepper, and nutmeg.
- Once thickened, stir in ½ cup Parmesan cheese. Remove from heat.
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Prepare the Ricotta Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
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Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce.
- Layer 3 lasagna noodles, then half the ricotta mixture, half the seafood filling, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers, finishing with noodles, béchamel sauce, and Parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle oregano and paprika on top.
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Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add crab meat to the seafood mix.
- Make it ahead: Assemble the lasagna and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Pairing Suggestion: Serve with garlic bread and a crisp white wine like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~480 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: ~650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: ~120mg