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Maine-Style Lobster Rolls

Creamy, buttery, and bursting with fresh flavors, Maine-Style Lobster Rolls are a delightful seafood treat that is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the lobster salad
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Use high-quality mayonnaise for best flavor.
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice enhances flavor.
  • 2 tsp fresh herbs (parsley and/or dill), chopped You can mix herbs according to taste.
  • ¼ cup minced celery Adds crunch to the lobster salad.
  • 1 lb cooked lobster meat, roughly chopped Fresh lobster is preferred, but frozen can be used.
  • 1½ Tbsp fresh chives, chopped Adds flavor and color to the dish.
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Season to preference.
For assembling
  • 2 Tbsp butter, softened For toasting the buns.
  • 4 DLM Golden Classic Hot Dog Buns Any good quality hot dog buns can be used.
  • 4 lettuce leaves To line the buns.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and herbs. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Stir in the minced celery and fold in the chopped lobster meat. Cover and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Prior to serving, heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Spread butter on the sides of the buns and toast them in the pan until golden.
Assembly
  1. Fold the chives into the lobster salad.
  2. Place a lettuce leaf inside each toasted bun and divide the lobster salad evenly among them.
  3. Sprinkle with more chives and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with kettle chips or coleslaw for a refreshing crunch. For best flavor, use fresh lobster and serve immediately after preparation.