Lobster Roll

Here’s a classic Lobster Roll recipe — buttery, rich, and packed with fresh lobster meat. This iconic New England sandwich can be made two main ways: Maine-style (chilled with mayo) and Connecticut-style (warm with butter). Below you’ll find both versions so you can choose your favorite!

🦞 Classic Lobster Roll (2 Ways)

👥 Servings: 2

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 5–10 mins

🧾 Ingredients:

• 8 oz (225g) cooked lobster meat, chopped (tail, claw, and knuckle meat — fresh or thawed from frozen)

• 2 split-top brioche or hot dog buns (New England–style preferred)

• Butter, for toasting buns and optional serving

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Chives, parsley, or celery, finely chopped (optional)

• Lemon wedges, for serving

🥶 Maine-Style Lobster Roll (Cold with Mayo)

Additional Ingredients:

• 2–3 tbsp mayonnaise

• Optional: 1 tbsp finely chopped celery or chives

• Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Mix the filling:
   In a bowl, gently toss lobster meat with mayonnaise, celery/chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Keep it light — you want to taste the lobster.

2. Toast the buns:
   Butter the outsides of the buns and toast them in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.

3. Assemble:
   Fill the buns generously with chilled lobster salad. Garnish with herbs if desired.

4. Serve immediately with chips, coleslaw, or a pickle.

🔥 Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll (Warm with Butter)

Additional Ingredients:

• 3–4 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions:

1. Warm the lobster:
   Melt butter in a skillet over low heat. Add lobster meat and gently warm for 2–3 minutes — do not overcook.

2. Toast the buns:
   Butter and toast the buns in another skillet until golden and crisp.

3. Assemble:
   Fill each bun with warm buttery lobster. Spoon extra melted butter over the top if desired.

4. Serve hot, with lemon wedges and maybe a cold beer.

📝 Tips & Variations:

• No split-top buns? Use brioche rolls or soft hot dog buns, sliced on top.

• Add a crunch: A few thin slices of iceberg lettuce can go in the bottom of the bun (controversial but common).

• Make it deluxe: Add a light sprinkle of Old Bay or a dab of garlic butter.