quick and easy 20-Minute Lobster Rolls Recipe — buttery, rich, and full of flavor, just like a New England classic! 🦞✨
🕒 Ready in: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 lobster rolls
🧈 Ingredients:
- 1 lb cooked lobster meat (claw, tail, and knuckle, chopped)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp finely chopped chives or green onions
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for tang)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 New England–style split-top hot dog buns
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley, extra lemon wedges
🔥 Instructions:
- Prep the lobster:
If using whole lobsters, remove meat and chop into bite-sized chunks. If pre-cooked, thaw and pat dry. - Make the filling:
In a bowl, combine lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, celery, Dijon (if using), salt, and pepper.
Mix gently until coated. Chill for 5–10 minutes if you like it cold. - Toast the buns:
Brush the sides and inside of each bun with melted butter.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and toast buns until golden on both sides (1–2 minutes per side). - Assemble the rolls:
Spoon the lobster mixture into each toasted bun.
Drizzle with a touch more melted butter if desired. - Serve immediately:
Garnish with parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice, and serve with chips, fries, or coleslaw.
🧊 Tip Variations:
- Warm version: Toss lobster meat with warm melted butter and skip the mayo for a buttery lobster roll.
- Add-ins: Try a dash of Old Bay seasoning or a sprinkle of paprika for extra flavor.