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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Chop lobster meat into bite-sized pieces. Discard any shell fragments.
Step 2
Combine lobster, mayo, and a squeeze of lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Heat 1.5 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium. Add buns cut-side down and toast until golden, ~2 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer toasted buns to a plate. Warm remaining 1.5 tbsp butter in the pan off heat for 30 seconds.
Step 5
Spoon lobster mixture into toasted buns. Drizzle warm butter over top.
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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