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A traditional New England lobster roll featuring sweet, tender lobster meat from the body, claw, and knuckle tossed in a light mayonnaise dressing, served in buttery toasted split-top buns.

  • Total Time: Overnight thawing plus about 20 minutes active preparation
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 16 ounces lobster meat from body and claws
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery stalks
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 4 New England style split-top hot dog buns (or alternative split-top buns)
  • Melted butter for brushing buns (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and mise en place.
  2. Thaw lobster meat overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Drain lobster meat in a colander and gently press to remove excess moisture.
  4. Transfer lobster meat to a large mixing bowl.
  5. Finely chop celery stalks and Italian parsley.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.
  7. Whisk the dressing until smooth and combined.
  8. Add chopped celery and parsley to the lobster in the large bowl.
  9. Pour the dressing over the lobster and gently fold to coat, keeping lobster chunks intact.
  10. Cover and chill the lobster salad in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
  11. Brush split-top buns with melted butter and toast until golden brown (optional).
  12. Pile chilled lobster salad into toasted split-top buns and serve immediately.

Notes

To maintain the best texture, handle lobster meat gently and fold the salad instead of stirring vigorously., Use fresh lemon juice for optimal flavor., For a warm Connecticut-style lobster roll, heat lobster meat gently in melted butter and serve warm in a toasted bun without mayonnaise., Lobster salad can be prepared a few hours ahead but is best used within 24 hours and should be kept chilled., Avoid freezing prepared lobster salad due to mayonnaise-based dressing separation; freeze lobster meat before preparation if needed., Toast buns just before serving to keep them crisp and prevent sogginess.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus thawing time overnight)
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (for toasting buns)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: New England

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 lobster roll
  • Calories: Approximately 350 calories per serving
  • Fat: Approximately 18 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 30 grams per serving
  • Protein: Approximately 25 grams per serving