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New England Lobster Rolls
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Weeknight · 30-Minute

New England Lobster Rolls

Sweet lobster in a light, lemony mayo in a buttery toasted split-top bun. The best seaside lunch.

Prep15 min
Cook10 min
Total25 min
Serves4

What you'll need

8-inch chef's knifeFor all the chopping
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Mixing bowl setFor mixing and marinating
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12-inch cast-iron skilletFor searing and oven finishes
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 celery stalk, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chives
  • 4 split-top buns
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • salt and pepper

Steps

  1. Mix lobster, mayo, celery, lemon, chives, salt and pepper.
  2. Butter the buns on both sides and toast in a skillet until golden.
  3. Fill with lobster salad and serve with chips.

TipUse as little mayo as possible; you want to taste the lobster.