Description
This seafood lasagna combines succulent shrimp and delicate crab meat layered with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses in a rich Alfredo sauce. Perfectly baked until golden and bubbly, it’s a luxurious twist on the classic Italian dish that will delight seafood lovers and make an impressive meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb crab meat
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Pasta & Cheese
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Sauce & Toppings
- 4 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pasta: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles carefully and set them aside.
- Cook the Seafood: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Add the crab meat, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, then cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan, heavy cream, and freshly chopped parsley. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble the Lasagna Layers: Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange a layer of lasagna noodles on top. Spread one-third of the cheese mixture evenly over the noodles, followed by one-third of the seafood mixture. Drizzle with Alfredo sauce. Repeat this layering two more times, finishing with a final layer of noodles covered with Alfredo sauce.
- Add Toppings and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer. Add breadcrumbs for a crunchy texture. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the lasagna from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired to add a fresh touch.
Notes
- Ensure the seafood is fully cooked but not overcooked to maintain tenderness.
- For easier layering, cool the noodles slightly after boiling to prevent sticking.
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor in the cheese mixture and as garnish.
- Breadcrumbs add a nice crunchy topping, but can be omitted for a softer top.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: seafood lasagna, shrimp lasagna, crab lasagna, creamy lasagna, Alfredo sauce, baked pasta seafood
