Lobster Rolls

By Leslie Blythe  , , ,   

August 18, 2016

Lobster Rolls are one of my favorite things to eat while on the east coast. It’s heaven in a bun. The lobster roll was originated at a restaurant named Perry's, in Milford, Connecticut, as early as 1929.

  • Prep: 30 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Ingredients

Kosher salt

3 - 1¼ pound live lobsters

1 celery stalk, finely chopped

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped

3 tablespoons mayonnaise

Freshly ground black pepper

6 New England–style split-top hot dog buns

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

Directions

1Pour water into a large pot to a depth of 1 inch; bring to a boil and salt generously. Add

2lobsters, cover, and cook until bright red, 8–10 minutes. Transfer lobsters to a rimmed

3baking sheet and let cool.

4Crack lobster shells, pick meat from tail and claws, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Mix

5lobster, celery, lemon juice, chives, and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise in a medium bowl;

6season with salt and pepper and add more mayonnaise, if desired.

7Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread flat sides of buns with butter. Cook until

8golden, about 2 minutes per side; fill with lobster mixture.

DO AHEAD: Lobster meat can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Toss with remaining ingredients just before serving.

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