Maine Lobster Rolls (Print Version)
Tender lobster meat with light mayo dressing in buttery toasted split-top buns - a quintessential New England delicacy.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped (claw, knuckle, and tail meat)
02 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
03 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
05 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
06 - 4 split-top hot dog buns
07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
08 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - 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.
02 - 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.
03 - Fill each toasted bun generously with the lobster salad. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Uses simple ingredients that highlight the lobster
- Perfect balance of rich and fresh flavors
- A taste of New England regardless of where you live
02 -
- High in protein and omega 3 fatty acids
- Can be prepared ahead and assembled just before serving
- Creates an impressive yet simple meal for entertaining
03 -
- For the most authentic experience, look for New England style split top hot dog buns, which have flat sides perfect for toasting.
- Let the lobster mixture chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- When toasting the buns, watch them carefully they go from perfectly golden to burnt very quickly.