Filled with tender lobster meat and just a touch of fresh herbs, these easy-to-make Maine-style lobster rolls are the perfect meal for a patio evening.
1 ½cupscooked and chopped lobster meatfrom about 3 (1-pound) whole lobsters
3-4tablespoonsmayonnaise
2tablespoonsceleryfinely chopped
1tablespoonfresh chiveschopped
½lemonjuiced
Salt and pepper to taste
4top-split hot dog buns
2tablespoonsbuttersoftened
1tablespoonmelted butter
Instructions
In a small bowl, stir together the chopped lobster meat and mayonnaise. Add the celery, chives, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Turn the grill to medium-high heat. Spread the softened butter on the inside of the rolls and grill until slightly crusty and char marks appear. Remove rolls from the grill and fill with the lobster mixture. Brush the outside of the buns with melted butter. Enjoy!
Notes
My local Safeway carries whole lobsters already cooked. Sometimes they're in view at the seafood counter, but a lot of times I have to ask for them. If you don't see them, ask your seafood counter person if any are available in the back.
If you want to cook your own live lobsters, here's a step-by-step resource with everything you need to know.
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.