BA's Ultimate Lobster Rolls

Classic New England-style lobster rolls featuring fresh lobster meat mixed with celery, chives, and lemon juice in a light mayonnaise dressing, served in buttery toasted split-top buns.

6 servings
38 min

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
  • 3 whole 1 1/4-pound live lobsters
  • 1 stalk celery stalk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • tablespoons mayonnaise
  • ¼ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 pieces New England-style split-top hot dog buns
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • room temperature

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Pour water into a large pot to a depth of 1"; bring to a boil and salt generously. Add lobsters, cover, and cook until bright red, 8-10 minutes. Transfer lobsters to a rimmed baking sheet and let cool.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Crack lobster shells, pick meat from tail and claws, and cut into 1/2" pieces. Mix lobster, celery, lemon juice, chives, and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper and add more mayonnaise, if desired.

    15 min

  3. 3.

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread flat sides of buns with butter. Cook until golden, about 2 minutes per side; fill with lobster mixture.

    8 min

  4. 4.

    DO AHEAD: Lobster meat can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Toss with remaining ingredients just before serving.

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