Lobster Rolls
Nothing says summer quite like a perfectly prepared lobster roll. This classic New England sandwich combines succulent lobster meat with just the right amount of seasoning and a buttery toasted roll.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked lobster meat chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/3 cup high-quality mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 celery stalks finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 4 New England-style split-top hot dog buns
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
Instructions
- Gently pat the lobster meat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This ensures your filling won't become watery.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, diced celery, and chives.
- Fold in the lobster meat carefully to avoid breaking it up too much. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Butter the outer sides of each split-top bun.
- Toast the buns in the skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Fill each toasted bun with the chilled lobster mixture.
- Serve immediately while the buns are still warm.