Maine Lobster Rolls (Print Version)
Tender lobster meat with light mayo dressing in buttery toasted split-top buns - a quintessential New England delicacy.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped (claw, knuckle, and tail meat)
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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4 split-top hot dog buns
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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Lemon wedges, for serving
# Steps to Follow:
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In a medium bowl, gently combine the lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chives (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate if not serving immediately.
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Brush the outsides of the buns with melted butter. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the buns on each side until golden brown.
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Fill each toasted bun generously with the lobster salad. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Additional Notes:
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Use fresh, high-quality lobster for the best flavor.
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Keep the dressing light — the lobster should be the star!
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For a slight twist, add a crisp leaf of butter lettuce inside each bun before filling.