New England Lobster Roll (Printable Version)

Sweet lobster meat lightly dressed and nestled in a toasted buttery brioche roll for a coastal main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Lobster

01 - 1 lb cooked lobster meat (claw, knuckle, and tail), chopped into bite-sized pieces

→ Dressing

02 - 2–3 tbsp mayonnaise or 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter (Connecticut style)
03 - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 1 tbsp finely chopped celery (optional)
05 - 1 tbsp finely chopped chives or scallions
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Rolls

07 - 4 split-top brioche rolls or New England–style hot dog buns
08 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for toasting rolls)

→ To Serve

09 - Lemon wedges
10 - Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, gently combine lobster meat with mayonnaise or melted butter, lemon juice, celery, and chives. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Spread softened butter on each side of the brioche rolls. Toast in the skillet until golden brown, approximately 1 to 2 minutes per side.
03 - Open each toasted roll and generously fill with the prepared lobster mixture.
04 - Top with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately alongside lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sweet tender lobster absolutely shines through this simple preparation
  • You can make these restaurant worthy rolls in under 30 minutes at home
  • The toasted brioche creates the perfect buttery vessel for all that seafood
02 -
  • Never overmix the lobster as it can become tough and rubbery
  • The rolls must be hot when you fill them as cold bread ruins the entire experience
  • Fresh lobster makes all the difference so avoid frozen if you can help it
03 -
  • Buy already cooked lobster from a fishmonger to save time and ensure quality
  • Let the lobster mixture sit for 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors
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