Description
Maine Lobster Piccata is a luxurious, quick-to-prepare seafood dish featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of cooked Maine lobster simmered in a tangy lemon caper butter sauce. This Italian-American inspired main course perfectly balances the rich sweetness of lobster with bright citrus and savory capers, making it an elegant meal ideal for special occasions or a refined weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 1/2 pounds cooked Maine lobster meat (claw, knuckle, or tail, cut into bite-sized pieces)
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup chicken or seafood broth
- 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and butter until melted and combined, creating the base for the sauce.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to brown it.
- Simmer sauce: Pour in the dry white wine, fresh lemon juice, and broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 4 to 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly and concentrate the flavors.
- Add capers and lobster: Stir in the rinsed capers and then add the lobster pieces, gently tossing them in the sauce to coat evenly.
- Heat lobster through: Let the lobster simmer in the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes, just until warmed through, preserving its tenderness.
- Season and finish: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and garnish with lemon slices for a touch of brightness.
- Serve: Present immediately, ideally over angel hair pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked or high-quality frozen lobster meat for the best texture and flavor.
- This dish comes together quickly—have all ingredients prepped before starting to cook.
- For a restaurant-style presentation, serve with angel hair pasta.
- Can be served gluten-free if paired with gluten-free pasta or without pasta.
- Adjust lemon juice and capers to taste if you prefer more tanginess or brininess.
