Lobster Rolls

Name: Lobster Rolls
Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 small stalk celery, peeled and minced; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons minced flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 rounded tablespoon minced fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons minced dill (optional); 2 cups diced cooked lobster meat (about 14 ounces); 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, room temperature; 4 hot dog rolls, New England-style preferred

12 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 small stalk celery, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 rounded tablespoon minced fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons minced dill (optional)
2 cups diced cooked lobster meat (about 14 ounces)
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, room temperature
4 hot dog rolls, New England-style preferred

Directions

1

In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, chives, mustard, parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.
2

If using, add the basil or dill.
3

Using a rubber spatula, gently mix the lobster with the dressing until just combined.
4

Refrigerate for at least 1 or up to 24 hours.
5

When ready to serve, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6

Melt 1 teaspoon of the butter.
7

Add 2 hot dog rolls and toast them on their flat sides, about 30 seconds per side.
8

Repeat with the remaining butter and rolls.
9

Split the rolls open and fill with the lobster mixture and serve.