BEST LOBSTER BUTTER SAUCE
If you’re looking for a seafood sauce that truly stands out, this is it. This Best Lobster Butter Sauce recipe is made using only tender lobster knuckle meat, creating a rich, buttery sauce that’s naturally sweet, delicate, and packed with flavor.
You may also like to try some of my other Lobster recipe, such as this Cold Lobster Roll or Lobster Ravioli
Using knuckle meat is the secret here — it’s softer, more flavorful, and melts beautifully into the garlic butter base, giving you a silky, restaurant-quality sauce every time.
Whether you’re tossing it with linguine, spooning it over fresh pasta, or serving it with warm crusty bread, this dish delivers an unforgettable seafood experience that feels both luxurious and incredibly easy to make at home.
It is no secret, I love Lobster. And many North Americans would agree the best Lobster comes either from the Maritimes in Canada or Maine areas in the USA. Where the water is Icey cold and the lobsters are flourish.
Here is yet another tasty recipe for you to try. Not only is it inexpensive it is luxurious too and can serve 2 people easily for under 10$ a dish. So there is no need not to cook something special tonight for someone you love.
Why This Lobster Butter Sauce is the BEST
- Made with lobster knuckle meat for maximum flavor
- Rich garlic butter base that enhances the natural sweetness
- Perfect for pasta, dipping, or seafood dishes
- Quick, easy, and restaurant-quality
- Packed with bold, buttery flavor in every bite
Serving Ideas
- Toss with linguine or spaghetti
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping
- Spoon over grilled seafood or steak
- Use as a base for a lobster pasta dish
Once you try making this sauce recipe you will never want to go back to any other as it is truly the best.
What Is The Tasty Meat On The Lobster
The Claws / knuckles of the lobster are the most prizes pieces of meat on the lobster according to many chefs. And that is due to how sweet and tender it is which makes for the best ingredient when making a lobster sauce or roll.
WHAT DOES LOBSTER SAUCE TASTE LIKE
Creamy and sweet with soft tender bites of lobster meat that is infused with a garlic, lemon butter.
BEST SAUCE FOR LOBSTER PASTA
This is the best sauce for Lobster Pasta hands down. I have experimented with creating this sauce with the tail of the lobster and though it is good this is even better as it produces such a tender and sweet sauce that serves so well with pasta or on crusty bread.
FAQ
What butter is best for lobster?
Unsalted butter is best so you can control the salt level and keep the flavor clean.
Can I make lobster butter sauce ahead of time?
Yes! Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days and gently reheat before serving.
What is the difference between drawn butter and clarified butter?
Drawn butter is simply melted butter, while clarified butter has the milk solids removed for a cleaner taste.
STORAGE & REHEATING
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat on low heat (do not microwave too long)
- Stir gently to maintain texture
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BEST LOBSTER BUTTER SAUCE
Ingredients
- 454 grams Lobster Claws / Knuckles
- 5 tbsp water
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp old bay seasoning
- 1 tsp chives
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3 tbsp dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Start by deshelling the meat from the claws, using either the back of a knife to crack the shells or lobster crackers.
- Then place the shells into a large frying pan and add 4 tbsp water to steam them making sure there is some water left before removing them to discard.
- Once discarded add the butter, olive oil to the pan along with minced garlic, onion powder, dill seasoning, chives and old bay seasonings and simmer on low heat.
- Add in the chopped lobster claw meat and saute covered for 3 mins till hot.
- Remove from the heat and squeeze 1 tsp lemon juice into the sauce.
- Serve with pasta or crusty bread.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 626Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 14gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 248mgSodium: 1019mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 62g
These calculations are based off Nutritionix