American
American - New England and Mid-Atlantic
Classic Maine Lobster Roll
Chef's Menu Description
Generous chunks of fresh, sweet Atlantic lobster meat lightly dressed in delicate citrus herb mayonnaise, piled high into a golden, butter-toasted split-top brioche roll.
Ingredients
- • 500g cooked fresh Maine lobster meat (claw, knuckle and tail), cut into bite-sized chunks
- • 4 split-top New England hot dog buns
- • 3 tbsp good quality mayonnaise
- • 1 rib celery, very finely minced
- • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- • 1/4 cup salted butter, melted (for toasting buns)
- • 1 tbsp fresh chives, minced
- • 1/4 tsp sea salt
- • 1/8 tsp freshly cracked white pepper
- • Kettle cooked crisps and dill pickle spear, to serve
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Gently toss chilled lobster meat with mayonnaise, minced celery, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper in a bowl (keep it light to showcase sweet lobster).
2
Phase 2
Heat a flat griddle or skillet over medium heat; brush the outer sides of split-top hot dog buns generously with melted butter.
3
Phase 3
Toast the buns on both outer sides for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crisp with a soft warm center.
4
Phase 4
Open the toasted buns and stuff generously with the chilled dressed lobster meat.
5
Phase 5
Garnish with fresh minced chives and serve immediately with crunchy potato crisps.