Description
Coastal Maine’s legendary lobster roll brings oceanic charm to your plate. Fresh lobster meat nestled in a buttery, toasted roll delivers classic New England comfort with luxurious seafood elegance you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3 cups (710 ml) chopped cooked lobster (from 7–8 4-ounce tails)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives, plus extra for garnish
- ½ tablespoon fresh chopped dill
- Juice from ½ a lemon
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Butter and Bread:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) melted butter, plus more for buns
- 4 soft hotdog-style buns (Hawaiian hotdog buns recommended)
Instructions
- Procure fresh lobster tails and gently extract the succulent meat from the shells, transforming them into delectable bite-sized morsels through your preferred culinary method; whether steaming, boiling, or grilling.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, tenderly combine the pristine lobster chunks with melted butter, creating a luxurious base that will envelope each morsel with rich, velvety essence.
- Introduce finely chopped chives, fragrant dill, and a zesty splash of lemon juice to the lobster mixture, allowing the herbs to dance and intermingle with the delicate seafood.
- Season the concoction with a judicious sprinkle of salt and freshly cracked pepper, gently folding to ensure each lobster piece is harmoniously coated with the herbed butter.
- Prepare hotdog buns by meticulously brushing their interior with additional melted butter, transforming them into golden, crisp vessels.
- Warm the buttered buns in a preheated oven, allowing them to achieve a gentle toast and inviting warmth that will cradle the lobster filling.
- Generously nestle the herb-infused lobster mixture into the toasted buns, creating a lavish seafood experience that promises pure coastal indulgence.
- Optionally garnish with a final flourish of freshly chopped chives, adding a vibrant green accent and subtle onion-like brightness.
- Serve these maritime delicacies immediately, accompanied by classic sides like crisp coleslaw or light, refreshing green salad to complement the rich lobster.
Notes
- Savor summer’s essence through this coastal classic that transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious seafood experience.
- Perfectly balanced butter-coated lobster nestled in warm, toasted buns creates an irresistible texture contrast that screams New England tradition.
- Customize your roll by experimenting with herb combinations or adding a subtle kick of Old Bay seasoning for unexpected depth and complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg