Description
A classic New England lobster roll featuring tender cooked lobster meat tossed with mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, and seasoning, served in toasted hot dog buns and finished with a drizzle of melted butter. This simple, flavorful sandwich is perfect for a quick and delicious seafood meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Lobster Filling
- 1 pound cooked lobster meat, picked over and drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 6 hot dog buns
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Make lobster filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked lobster meat, mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly to blend all the ingredients without breaking up the lobster meat.
- Toast buns: Lightly toast the hot dog buns until golden brown. This adds a pleasant crunch and prevents the buns from becoming soggy when filled with the lobster mixture.
- Assemble: Generously spoon the prepared lobster filling into the toasted buns, ensuring an even distribution of lobster pieces and creamy dressing.
- Drizzle butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the filled lobster rolls to enhance the richness and add a traditional buttery finish.
- Serve immediately: Serve the lobster rolls promptly, optionally with additional mayonnaise on the side for extra creaminess if desired.
Notes
- For best flavor and texture, use freshly cooked lobster meat or high-quality store-bought cooked lobster.
- Toasting the buns on a skillet with butter can add extra flavor and a perfect golden crust.
- You can customize the filling with fresh herbs like chives or dill for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with chips, pickles, or a light salad to complete the meal.
- Keep the lobster filling chilled until ready to assemble to maintain freshness.
