Description
Seafood lasagna blends oceanic delights with creamy Italian tradition, creating a luxurious culinary journey. Layers of tender shrimp, succulent crab, and delicate fish nestled between silky pasta sheets promise a memorable dining experience you’ll savor with pure pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb lasagna noodles
- 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, crab meat)
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
Seafood and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup butter
Seasoning and Extras:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon (for zest)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with a light olive oil coating.
- Cook lasagna noodles in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic and diced onions until translucent and fragrant.
- Add mixed seafood to the skillet, cooking gently for 2-3 minutes until just opaque and tender.
- Pour white wine and heavy cream into the skillet, allowing the mixture to simmer and reduce for 5 minutes.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk ricotta cheese, eggs, parmesan, chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Layer the baking dish starting with a thin spread of seafood sauce, then alternate layers of noodles, ricotta mixture, seafood, and mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layering process, ensuring the top layer is covered with mozzarella and a sprinkle of parmesan.
- Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality seafood like shrimp, scallops, and crab for the most vibrant flavor profile.
- Swap traditional noodles with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring perfect texture.
- Control seafood moisture by patting proteins dry before cooking to prevent watery lasagna and enhance caramelization.
- Create dairy-free version by replacing cream and cheeses with plant-based alternatives like cashew cream and nutritional yeast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg