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New england style lobster rolls.

New England-Style Lobster Rolls

Allie Hagerty
These New England-style lobster rolls are the perfect summer bite, featuring tender lobster meat tossed in a flavorful herb mayo and served on buttery, toasted buns.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Time to Chill 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • whisk
  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

For the Lobster Salad:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 tablespoons chives finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tarragon finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons dill finely chopped
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 2 pounds lobster meat cut into bite-sized pieces

For the Rolls:

  • 6 split-top New England-style hot dog buns
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Make the Lobster Salad

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 cup mayonnaise and the juice and zest of 1 lemon until smooth.
  • Add the 4 tablespoons finely chopped chives, 2 tablespoons finely chopped tarragon, 3 tablespoons finely chopped dill, 1 finely chopped shallot, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Fold in the 1 cup diced celery and 2 pounds bite-sized lobster meat, gently tossing until everything is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Toast the Buns

  • Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Brush the outsides of the 6 split-top New England-style hot dog buns with 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Toast for about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Assemble and Serve

  • Fill each toasted bun with the chilled lobster salad.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Fresh Lobster is Key: Use high-quality, freshly cooked lobster meat for the best flavor.
  • Chill for the Perfect Bite: Allow the lobster salad to chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Golden, Buttery Buns: Don’t rush the toasting step—it adds essential texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 569kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 228mgSodium: 1297mgPotassium: 502mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 541IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 231mgIron: 3mg
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