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Ultimate Lobster Roll

Indulge in this decadent Ultimate Lobster Roll filled with buttery lobster meat, zesty flavors, and served in toasted brioche buns.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Lobster Filling
  • 1 lb fully-cooked frozen lobster meat, thawed
  • 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives, plus more for garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon Creole Cajun Seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Brioche Buns
  • 4 pieces split-top brioche hot dog buns
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, divided For toasting the buns and coating lobster
  • Mayonnaise, for brushing inside brioche buns

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the lobster meat dry with a paper towel. If the pieces are large, chop or tear them into smaller morsels.
  2. Heat two tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lobster meat and garlic, stirring often until warm and coated in butter (about 2-3 minutes).
Mixing
  1. Use a slotted utensil to transfer the lobster meat into a bowl. Toss with chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, Creole seasoning, and black pepper.
Toasting
  1. Wipe the skillet and melt 2-3 tablespoons of butter. Brush it over the brioche buns and toast in the skillet until golden (or in the oven).
  2. Reduce heat and melt the remaining butter; pour over the lobster mixture and toss to coat.
Serving
  1. Spread mayo inside the toasted buns. Load with buttery lobster mixture, garnish with additional chives, and serve immediately with lemon wedges and potato chips.

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. Prepare the lobster mixture ahead of time; just reheat it gently when you’re ready to serve. Avoid freezing as lobster doesn’t hold up well and can become rubbery when thawed. Pro tip: Don’t skip toasting the garlic — it makes all the difference!