Seafood Lasagna with Lobster and Shrimp Recipe

Seafood Lasagna with Lobster and Shrimp layers tender pasta sheets with creamy béchamel sauce, ricotta, and a luxurious mix of lobster, shrimp, and crab for restaurant-quality indulgence. Ready in 90 minutes, it’s perfect for special dinners or holidays.

Why This Recipe Works

  • Béchamel creates silky sauce binding seafood flavors.
  • Lobster and shrimp provide sweet luxury without overpowering.
  • Ricotta adds creamy lightness between layers.
  • Pre-cooked noodles simplify assembly.
  • Make-ahead and freezer-friendly.

Ingredients & Prep

Seafood Mixture:

  • 8 oz cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 8 oz raw shrimp, peeled and chopped
  • 8 oz lump crab meat
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp seafood seasoning
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Béchamel Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt, pepper, nutmeg pinch

Assembly:

  • 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
  • 15 oz ricotta
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan

Step-by-Step Instructions

Seafood Lasagna with Lobster and Shrimp Recipe
  1. Sauté garlic in butter 1 minute; add shrimp and cook until pink. Stir in lobster, crab, seasoning, and parsley. Cool.
  2. For béchamel: Melt butter, whisk in flour 2 minutes; gradually add warm milk, simmer until thick. Stir in Parmesan and seasonings.
  3. Spread ½ cup sauce in 9×13 dish; layer 4 noodles, ricotta, seafood, mozzarella, sauce. Repeat layers ending with cheese.
  4. Cover with foil; bake 375°F 45 minutes. Uncover 15–20 minutes until bubbly golden. Rest 15 minutes.

Flavor Variations

VariationKey Add/SwapResulting Twist
Scallop Addition½ lb bay scallopsExtra sweet ocean
SpicyCajun seasoningFiery warmth
Spinach LayerWilted spinachGreen nutrition
LightenedPart-skim cheeses, 2% milkStill creamy, fewer calories

Storage Tips

Refrigerate up to 4 days; reheat 350°F covered. Freeze assembled unbaked up to 2 months.

FAQs

Sauce lumpy?
Whisk constantly over medium heat.

Seafood tough?
Don’t overcook shrimp; add lobster/crab last.

Noodles tearing?
Use no-boil or par-cook regular.

Conclusion

Seafood Lasagna with Lobster and Shrimp delivers coastal elegance decadent layers for celebrations.

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Seafood Lasagna with Lobster and Shrimp Recipe

An elegant and indulgent seafood lasagna layered with tender lobster, juicy shrimp, creamy béchamel sauce, and melted cheeses. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or when you want to impress.

  • Author: ssam
  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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  • 9 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • 2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • 3. In a saucepan, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  • 4. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
  • 5. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  • 6. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
  • 7. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until smooth.
  • 8. Simmer until thickened, then season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • 9. In a bowl, mix ricotta, lobster, shrimp, parsley, and lemon juice.
  • 10. Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish.
  • 11. Layer noodles, seafood-ricotta mixture, sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • 12. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce and cheese on top.
  • 13. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes.
  • 14. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • 15. Rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use cooked lobster tails or claw meat for best texture.
  • Do not overcook shrimp before baking they finish cooking in the oven.
  • Serve with a crisp green salad and white wine.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg

Keywords: seafood lasagna, lobster lasagna, shrimp lasagna, seafood pasta bake

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