Lobster Rolls - Two Ways
Learn how to make two types of New England lobster rolls, known as Maine and Connecticut. A Maine lobster roll is lightly dressed with a mayo-based dressing whereas a Connecticut lobster roll is coated with just plain melted butter. Each preparation has a light touch to let the lobster flavor shine through and is delicious in its own way!
Servings: 2
Calories: 403kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked lobster meat chopped, about 8 oz
- 2 hot dog buns top-split or New England-style
- 1 Tablespoon butter for toasting buns
Maine-style
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 Tablespoons finely diced celery (optional)
- 1 Tablespoon chopped chives (optional)
- 2 leaves lettuce (optional) for serving
Connecticut-style
- 3 Tablespoons butter see Note 1
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon chopped chives (optional)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Toast buns: In a large pan, melt the butter and toast the hot dog buns on both sides until golden brown.2 hot dog buns, 1 Tablespoon butter
Connecticut-style
- Warm the lobster meat: Using the same pan, melt the additional butter on low heat and add the lobster meat. Toss gently to warm up the lobster and coat evenly with melted butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally add a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped chives.3 Tablespoons butter, salt & pepper, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1 Tablespoon chopped chives
Maine-style
- Make mayo dressing: Add all the ingredients for the mayo dressing in a medium bowl with the chopped lobster meat. Gently toss together until the lobster is evenly coated with mayo. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill in the fridge if not serving immediately.1 ½ cups cooked lobster meat, 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 Tablespoons finely diced celery, 1 Tablespoon chopped chives, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, salt & pepper
Assemble
- Line the buns with lettuce leaves (if using) and evenly divide the lobster into each bun. Reserve the whole claws for the top for presentation. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute with clarified butter or brown butter for a richer flavor.
- Use brioche split-top buns for a richer flavor.
- Leave the claw meat whole and place it on top for presentation.
- I recommend Butter, Bibb, or Boston lettuce for its mild flavor.
- For a generous serving, aim for 4oz of lobster meat per roll.
Nutrition
Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 246mg | Sodium: 1101mg | Potassium: 437mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 2mg