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Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll

Warm buttered lobster meat on a split-top bun with just a touch of mayo and lemon. Classic New England simplicity that lets the sweet lobster shine.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
38g
Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Chop lobster meat into bite-sized pieces. Discard any shell fragments.

  2. Step 2

    Combine lobster, mayo, and a squeeze of lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1.5 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium. Add buns cut-side down and toast until golden, ~2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer toasted buns to a plate. Warm remaining 1.5 tbsp butter in the pan off heat for 30 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Spoon lobster mixture into toasted buns. Drizzle warm butter over top.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately with a lemon wedge on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • mixing bowl
  • 12-inch skillet
  • spoon

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