Classic Lobster Roll
Tender lobster meat tossed with a bright mayo dressing and served in a buttered, toasted bun. A New England summer staple that tastes restaurant-quality in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 542
- Protein
- 38g
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Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chilled
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ½ whole lemon (juiced)
- ¼ cup celery, finely diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 whole top-split hot dog buns
Instructions
- 1
Pat lobster meat dry with paper towels. Cut into 1-inch chunks.
- 2
Whisk mayo, lemon juice, and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- 3
Add lobster and celery to the mayo mixture. Fold gently until just combined.
- 4
Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until foaming, ~90 seconds.
- 5
Place buns cut-side down in the skillet. Toast until golden brown, ~2 minutes.
- 6
Divide lobster filling evenly between the two buns. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- paper towels
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- medium mixing bowl
- whisk
- 12-inch skillet
- spatula
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