Lobster Rolls (East Coast Style)
Recreate the taste of New England’s famous lobster rolls with tender lobster meat and a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked lobster meat, diced
- 1/4 cup creamy mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely diced celery
- 4 soft New England-style rolls
- 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives (optional)
- Fresh lettuce leaves for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, black pepper, and celery in a bowl.
- Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter the outer sides of each roll generously.
- Toast the rolls in the skillet until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Assemble each toasted roll with the chilled lobster mixture.
- Garnish with chives and serve on lettuce leaves, if desired.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, consider adding Old Bay seasoning or using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg