A New England lobster roll is a tasty sandwich made with chunks of lobster meat in a creamy dressing on a buttered and toasted hot dog bun! This simple yet delicious recipe is a signature dish from the North Eastern United States, and for good reason! It's easy to prepare, always satisfying, and really highlights the sweet and succulent flavor of lobster meat!
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Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, gently stir together 1 ½ lbs lobster meat, ⅓ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ¼ cup celery, 1 tablespoon chives, ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper(to taste), and the optional 1 splash hot sauce if using.
You can assemble your lobster rolls immediately, but ideally, you want to cover and chill the lobster salad for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours) to let the flavors marry.
Brush 2 tablespoon butter on both sides of 4 hot dog buns or hoagie rolls and toast the bread in a frying pan over medium heat until lightly golden.
Assemble your lobster rolls by putting one of the 4 leaves lettuce in each bun, if using, and portioning out the lobster salad into each toasted bun. Serve right away.
Notes
1 ½ pounds of lobster meat is equal to about 3 ½ cups.
I recommend using high-quality ingredients for the best-tasting lobster salad. If you have it available, try to use fresh lobster meat, fresh lemon juice, and a good brand of mayo like Duke's, Hellman's, or Best Foods.
If you are preparing a whole lobster for this recipe, be sure to check out my quick and easy method for making a whole boiled lobster!
Lobster salad tastes best cold, so let the lobster meat cool before preparing your salad.
You can adjust the seasonings to your preference by using more or less salt & pepper. I like to add a splash of hot sauce or a pinch of paprika for a little heat. Fresh dill also makes a lovely addition and can be mixed into the salad or used as a garnish!
You don't have to chill your lobster salad, but a short period of time in the fridge really gives the flavors time to develop.
To store: Extra lobster salad should be kept refrigerated in an airtight container and is best enjoyed within 2 days. Extra hot dog buns or hoagie rolls can be placed in a sealed Ziploc and kept at room temperature for 2-3 days.