New England Lobster Roll (Printable)

Sweet lobster combined with mayo or butter in toasted buttery brioche rolls for a coastal classic.

# 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 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter (for 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)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Gently combine lobster meat with mayonnaise or melted butter, lemon juice, celery, and chives in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Spread softened butter on the sides of each roll and toast until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes per side.
03 - Open each toasted roll and fill generously with the lobster mixture.
04 - Top with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet lobster meat and warm buttered bread feels like eating summer itself
  • Its surprisingly simple to make but tastes like something from a seaside shack
02 -
  • Connecticut style swaps mayonnaise for warm melted butter, transforming the entire experience
  • Overmixing the dressing will make the lobster rubbery, so treat it gently
03 -
  • A pinch of Old Bay seasoning or dash of hot sauce transforms the flavor profile
  • Greek yogurt can replace mayonnaise for a lighter, tangier version
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