Creamy Lobster Rolls Recipe

 

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🦞 Creamy Lobster Rolls Recipe – New England Style

These lobster rolls are overflowing with big, juicy lobster pieces coated in a light, creamy lemon-herb dressing. Served in soft, buttery rolls, they’re incredibly satisfying, refreshing, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or a special treat. The recipe is simple but tastes like something you’d get from a coastal seafood restaurant.

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🦞 Ingredients

For the Lobster Salad

• 1 lb (450g) cooked lobster meat, chopped into bite-size chunks
• ¼ cup mayonnaise (add more if you prefer creamier)
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 celery rib, very finely diced
• 2 tbsp green onions or chives, finely sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: pinch of Old Bay seasoning or paprika

For the Rolls

• 4 New England–style split-top hot dog buns
• 2 tbsp butter (to toast the buns)
• Optional: lettuce leaves

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Lobster Meat:
   If you are using whole lobsters, remove the tail, claw, and knuckle meat, then chop into medium-sized chunks. Keep the pieces large so every bite is meaty and satisfying.

2. Mix the Dressing:
   In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and optional Old Bay. The dressing should be light and tangy, not too thick.

3. Add the Veggies:
   Stir in the diced celery, green onions or chives, and parsley. These fresh ingredients add crunch and brightness that balance the rich lobster.

4. Fold in the Lobster:
   Add the lobster chunks to the bowl and gently fold everything together. Avoid overmixing to keep the lobster pieces intact. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon.

5. Chill the Mixture:
   Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes. This helps the flavors blend and makes the salad firm enough for the buns.

6. Toast the Buns:
   Heat a pan over medium heat. Spread a little butter on the sides of each bun and toast until lightly golden and crisp. This adds amazing flavor and keeps the bun from getting soggy.

7. Assemble the Rolls:
   Add a layer of lettuce if you like, then generously fill each bun with the chilled lobster mixture. Let it mound high, just like in the picture.

8. Serve Immediately:
   Enjoy your lobster rolls with lemon wedges, chips, coleslaw, or fries.

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🌟 Tips for the Best Lobster Rolls

• Use fresh lemon—bottled juice changes the flavor.
• A little celery adds crunch but don’t add too much or it overwhelms the lobster.
• Keep the mixture slightly chilled; it tastes fresher.
• Don’t overload with mayo—the lobster should be the star.
• Shrimp can be substituted if lobster isn’t available.

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If you want, I can also give you:
🧈 Butter-only lobster rolls (Connecticut-style)
🔥 Spicy lobster rolls
🦐 Shrimp roll version (budget-friendly)

Just tell me!