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New England Lobster Rolls

By Britney
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
New England Lobster Rolls on a silver plate with potato chips and soda.
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New England Lobster Rolls are chunks of tender Maine lobster meat tossed in a creamy dressing and packed into butter toasted split-top rolls.

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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb Lobster Meat
  • 1/3 cup Mayo
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 3/4 tsp Celery Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • Pinch Old Bay Seasoning, (optional)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Chives
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill
  • 3 tbsps Salted Butter
  • Lettuce, (chopped)
  • 4 Split Top Hot Dog Buns

Instructions 

  • Combine Mayo, lemon juice, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp celery salt, black pepper, chives, and dill in a bowl. Optional, add a dash of old bay seasoning. Whisk together and set aside. 
  • Rinse lobster meat in cold water and remove any shells. Pat dry and place in a medium sized mixing bowl. Toss in 1 tbsp of melted butter and 1/4 tsp of celery salt. 
  • Add the Mayo mixture to the lobster and fold together. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Toast the buns. Melt 2 tbsps of butter to a large skillet over medium heat. Add buns to skillet and brown for 30 seconds to one minute per side, until golden brown.
  • Add lettuce to the buns and fill with the lobster mixture. Garnish with additional diced chives, dill, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

 
  • Use fresh lobster: If you're buying pre-cooked lobster meat, make sure it's as fresh as possible. The quality of the lobster will greatly affect the taste of the lobster roll. If using fresh seafood, live lobsters are best.
  • Don't overcook the lobster: If using fresh lobster, to get the most flavor and tenderness out of the meat, it's important not to overcook it. Cook the lobsters in salted boiling water for about 8-10 minutes or until the shells are bright red. Then, immediately transfer the lobsters to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • Use the right bun: Traditional lobster rolls are served on split-top hot dog buns that are lightly toasted and buttered on the sides. If you can't find split-top buns, you can use other types of rolls, but be sure to toast or grill them before using.
  •  Keep it simple: A classic lobster roll is simple and straightforward, allowing the lobster meat to be the star of the show. Don't overpower the dish with too many ingredients or heavy seasonings.
  • Don't skimp on the lobster: Use plenty of lobster meat in the roll. You want each bite to be filled with chunks of tender lobster.
  • Chill the lobster meat before mixing: Chilling the lobster meat in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before mixing with the other ingredients will help keep the lobster cold and prevent it from becoming overcooked or mushy.
  • A little mayo goes a long way! While mayonnaise is a traditional ingredient in lobster rolls, it can overpower the delicate flavor of the lobster. Use just enough to bind the ingredients together without drowning out the lobster flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 411kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 23g, Fat: 25g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 0.4g, Cholesterol: 174mg, Sodium: 1312mg, Potassium: 300mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 321IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 163mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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